An American was found dead at a Bahamas Sandals resort, the exact location where three tourists died earlier this year.
The Royal Bahamas Police Force said in a statement on Tuesday that the man, who has not been identified, is believed to have been in his 70s and was staying at the Sandals Emerald Bay Resort in Great Exuma.
He reportedly complained of shortness of breath on Saturday and had tested positive for COVID-19. He then self-quarantined in his room at the resort, PEOPLE reported.
A spokesperson for the resort confirmed that “sadly, a guest has passed away.”
“We can confirm reports coming out of the Bahamas,” the resort said in a statement. “Bahamian authorities do not suspect any foul play, and the cause appears to be natural. We wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the guest’s family and remain in close contact to provide support during this difficult time.”
The man’s body will be flown to Nassau for an autopsy, CBS News reported.
In May, American tourists — Michael Phillips, 68, and his wife, Robbie Phillips, 65, of Tennessee, and Florida resident Vincent Paul Chiarella, 64 —were found dead at the resort.
The Royal Bahamas Police Force confirmed in June that all three died “as a result of asphyxiation due to carbon monoxide poisoning.”
