Body found in search for two missing swimmers off Galway coast

A body has been found in the search for two missing swimmers off the coast of Co Galway.

Gardai said they received a report on Tuesday that a man failed to return to shore after a swim at Silver Strand.

The body was taken to Galway University Hospital, where a post-mortem examination will be carried out.

Gardai said they are supporting the man’s family.

Meanwhile, it emerged that while at the scene gardai became aware that a woman had entered the water and failed to return from a swim.

Gardai said they are searching the area with the coast guard, the RNLI and local volunteers.