VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) -- The body of a missing swimmer was found Monday afternoon near 23rd Street, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department.

An investigation revealed the missing swimmer, a 23-year-old man, had been swimming with friends Sunday when he signaled for help. A bystander jumped into the water to assist the swimmer, but their efforts were unsuccessful.

Officials with the Virginia Beach Fire Department received a report of the missing swimmer at 4:09 p.m. near 12th street and the boardwalk. The search included rescue swimmers, fireboats, drones, and units from the Virginia Beach Police Department.

In addition, members of the Virginia Beach Ocean Rescue and the U.S. Coast Guard assisted in the search.

The search was suspended around 7:30 p.m. Sunday and VBFD off

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