British tourist drowns off Colombia's El Laguito during wedding trip
A 30-year-old British man, James Michael Winkles, has drowned while swimming off the coast of El Laguito in Colombia. He had travelled to the peninsula with his partner and friends for their wedding. The incident occurred on March 22, prompting immediate search efforts.
Winkles disappeared shortly after entering the water. Rescue teams launched a search but soon found his body on a nearby beach. His death was later confirmed as a drowning accident.
An autopsy took place at a forensic institute in Cartagena to establish the precise cause. Local authorities have since reminded tourists to stay vigilant at beaches with strong currents. It remains unconfirmed whether Winkles and his partner had formally married before the tragedy. The incident has raised concerns about safety measures at popular tourist spots in the region.
The case has been closed as an accidental drowning. Authorities continue to urge caution for visitors swimming in coastal areas. No specific tourist risk warnings for El Laguito were previously documented.
