The body of a man was recovered from the sea east of Gavdos on Saturday, October 24, after being spotted in the waters off the southernmost Greek island.
Reports say the man is believed to have been a migrant, though his identity has not been officially confirmed.
The Hellenic Coast Guard Authority in Paleochora was notified after the body was discovered, and a Frontex vessel was sent to the area.
Frontex Vessel Recovered the Body
The Frontex crew located and recovered the body, which was reportedly in an advanced state of decomposition.
The vessel subsequently transported the remains to the port of Chora Sfakion.
The Paleochora Port Station has taken responsibility for the preliminary investigation into the circumstances of the death.
Southern Crete Remains a Key Maritime Route
The incident occurred in the waters east of Gavdos, an area where maritime traffic and migration movements have brought increased attention to the southern coast of Crete.
For visitors traveling to Gavdos or the southern coast, the incident is a reminder that these waters are also an active maritime environment, used by commercial, passenger, fishing, coast guard and international vessels.
Authorities have not released further information about the man’s identity or the circumstances surrounding his death.