A 57-year-old British tourist was found dead in the waters off Prasonisi, Rhodes, on Sunday, September 7, 2025, marking the third fatality at the popular Greek resort destination this year.
The man was discovered unresponsive and without a pulse in the waters around midday. Paramedics rushed him to the Gennadi Health Centre, but medical staff were unable to save him and he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Authorities from the Lindos Port Authority have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. An autopsy has been ordered to establish the exact cause of death.
Prasonisi is located at the southern tip of Rhodes and is known for its strong and stable Meltemi winds, making it a prime location for windsurfing and kitesurfing. The area consists of a sandy beach and a small, rocky island, with a sandbar that often connects the Aegean and Mediterranean seas.
This incident follows another recent tragedy involving British tourists in Rhodes. On August 16, 2025, a 26-year-old British man died after his body was pulled from the sea off Lindos, the island’s historic tourist capital. The young man was found unconscious after swimming and was taken to the nearby Archangelos Health Centre, where he was declared dead.
The island’s port authority confirmed awareness of the August incident involving the foreign tourist being pulled from the sea. Emergency responders rushed to the scene but were unable to save the man. Local police investigated the circumstances around the incident, with an autopsy ordered by the Forensic Medical Service.
In June 2025, a 68-year-old British man died on Lindos beach in Rhodes after going swimming and losing consciousness. Officers from the Central Port Authority transported the man to the nearby Archangelos health centre, where his death was confirmed.
The UK Foreign Office addressed the most recent death, stating they were “supporting the family of a British man who died in Greece and are in contact with the local authorities.”
The series of deaths at Rhodes highlights ongoing safety concerns at popular Greek tourist destinations. The incidents have occurred at different locations around the island, with Prasonisi’s challenging water conditions potentially contributing to the risks faced by visitors.
Rhodes attracts thousands of British tourists annually, drawn to its historic sites, beaches, and water sports opportunities. The island’s tourism industry relies heavily on international visitors, particularly from the United Kingdom.
Greek authorities continue to investigate each incident separately while working with British consular officials to support the families of the victims. The investigations aim to determine whether additional safety measures might be needed at popular tourist locations across the island.
The deaths have prompted discussions about water safety at Greek resort destinations, particularly at locations known for challenging conditions like Prasonisi. The area’s strong winds and currents that make it popular for water sports may also present risks for inexperienced swimmers.
Tourism officials have not announced any immediate changes to safety protocols or warnings for visitors to the affected areas. The investigations into all three incidents remain ongoing as authorities work to understand the specific circumstances of each death.
