Bimini woman dies fighting current to save sons

A 36-year-old British woman died on Tuesday after a strong ocean current carried her away while she attempted to rescue her two sons during a snorkeling excursion in the Bahamas. The Royal Bahamas Police Force confirmed the sudden death of the woman, who is believed to be from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire.

Police reported that the family was near the southern point of the island of Bimini when the current swept both boys away. The woman entered the water to reach them but was also carried off. The two boys were subsequently rescued and pulled from the water safely.

Officers at the Alice Town police station received a report shortly after 10 am that a woman was unresponsive at the North Bimini Ferry Dock. By the time authorities arrived, the woman had already been transported to a local clinic. A doctor there pronounced her dead despite attempts to save her life.

According to the police statement, the woman was recovered from the sea and taken to the ferry dock, where bystanders reportedly administered CPR before her transfer to the clinic. The force said foul play is not suspected at this time.

An autopsy will be conducted to determine the exact cause of death. A spokesperson for the UK Foreign Office stated that officials are in contact with local authorities and providing support to the family.

The incident occurred in Bimini, a popular destination for tourists visiting the Bahamas. The death underscores the danger of strong currents in the region's waters for swimmers and snorkelers.