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Brit drowns on holiday in Italy

A British tourist has drowned while swimming on a family holiday in Italy. Brian Kent, 46, is said to have been dragged under the water by strong currents when he went for a dip in the sea after lunch in the coastal town of Sperlonga.

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British man drowns on holiday in Italy

A British tourist has drowned while swimming on a family holiday in Italy. Brian Kent, 46, is said to have been dragged under the water by strong currents when he went for a dip in the sea after lunch in the coastal town of Sperlonga.

He reportedly died minutes after jumping into the water with his wife and other family members. The Foreign Office said it was providing consular assistance to Mr Kent's family.

A spokesman said: "We can confirm the death of a British national and are providing consular assistance to his family."

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