VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The body of a missing swimmer was found Monday afternoon near 23rd Street, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department.
An investigation revealed the missing swimmer, a 23-year-old man, had been swimming with friends Sunday when he signaled for help. A bystander jumped into the water to assist the swimmer, but their efforts were unsuccessful.
Officials with the Virginia Beach Fire Department received a report of the missing swimmer at 4:09 p.m. near 12th street and the boardwalk. The search included rescue swimmers, fireboats, drones, and units from the Virginia Beach Police Department…