Key Facts
• June 28: A swimming race was held at Marina Town Seaside Park, Fukuoka.
• 11:00 AM: A 51-year-old man was reported in cardiac arrest during the race.
• The man, from Nogata City, was transported to a hospital but died an hour later.
• He participated in a 1,000-meter race and veered off course 50 meters from the finish.
• Event staff attempted to assist but received no response from the participant.
• No signs of drowning were found on the body, suggesting possible sudden death.
• Authorities are investigating the incident, considering internal medical causes.
Summary
A 51-year-old man from Nogata City died after participating in a 1,000-meter swimming race at Marina Town Seaside Park, Fukuoka, on June 28. The incident occurred around 11:00 AM when the man, 50 meters from the finish line, veered off course and became unresponsive. Despite being transported to a hospital, he was pronounced dead an hour later. Authorities found no evidence of drowning and suspect sudden death due to internal medical conditions. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause.
