The lifeguard who tragically died after suffering a medical emergency while on duty at Fort James Beach has been identified as Kevon Warner, affectionately known to many as “Dragon.”
Warner collapsed while carrying out his lifeguarding duties on Tuesday, July 28, prompting an immediate response from fellow lifeguards, who pulled him from the water and began CPR while emergency medical services were called.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel continued life-saving efforts at the scene before transporting him to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. Despite every effort to save his life, Warner was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
The circumstances surrounding the medical emergency have not yet been disclosed, and authorities have not released any further details about the cause of his death.
The news of Warner’s passing has sparked an outpouring of grief from members of the public, with many expressing condolences to his family, friends and colleagues while remembering him for his service and dedication at one of Antigua’s most popular beaches.
Antigua.news extends its deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of Kevon “Dragon” Warner during this difficult time.
