Police divers have recovered the body of a missing teenager who reportedly drowned at the Clanwilliam dam on Tuesday. According to the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), the 17-year-old boy was one of three NSRI volunteer lifeguards undergoing pre-season training at the time.

The boy was last seen paddling on a rescue board, before he disappeared under water. NSRI spokesperson Craig Lambinon said that was when the alarm was raised.

“During ongoing diving operations on Wednesday morning Police divers located and recovered the body of the teenager. Condolences are conveyed to the family, friends and colleagues, of the deceased teenager. Police have opened an inquest docket,” said Lambinon.

Meanwhile, in Strand, a 62-year-old long board surfer also drowned yesterday. The man was visiting Strand Beach. Bystanders rescued the unresponsive man from the water, but attempts to resuscitate him were unsuccessful.

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