Body of missing swimmer found at Beach Access 21

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The body of a swimmer who was reported missing from South Padre Island has been found.

The swimmer, a 20-year-old man, was reported missing around 2:50 p.m. on Friday.

As previously reported, the U.S. Coast Guard promptly began its search for the swimmer with assistance from local first responders and beach patrol.

South Padre Island Fire Chief Jim Pigg confirmed to ValleyCentral that the swimmer was found around 9:30 p.m. Saturday, on Beach Access 21.

The family has been notified, and funeral arrangements are underway.