Body Discovered on Dee Why Beach
Emergency services responded early this morning to the tragic discovery of a dead body on Dee Why Beach. The body was found at approximately 6 AM on February 3, 2026.
Details Surrounding the Discovery
Northern Beaches Police confirmed the finding but indicated that there is no evidence connecting the death to shark activity. A strong southerly wind had been blowing overnight, leading to speculations about the possibility of it being a missing swimmer.
Missing Swimmer Investigation
Authorities highlighted that a man in his 30s went missing on Sunday at Maroubra Beach after swimming with friends. The missing person’s case had sparked a coordinated search involving multiple agencies including:
- Local Police
- Marine Area Command
- Surf Life Saving
- LifeSaver21 helicopter
Initial concerns linked the body at Dee Why Beach to the missing swimmer; however, police now believe the two incidents are unrelated. The search for the swimmer had been ongoing, although conditions disrupted the efforts yesterday.
Continuing Search Efforts
Authorities plan to resume search operations today at 8 AM. Similar resources will be deployed, ensuring a thorough investigation continues. Police will keep the public updated with further developments as needed.
As the community deals with these events, police urge anyone with information to come forward.
