Emergency services have reported that a man in his late sixties man has died after being recovered from the water near the East Yorkshire shore.
The incident prompted a major emergency response with multiple agencies in the area.
The full circumstances concerning the event are still under investigation.
Reports indicate that crews from the maritime rescue, RNLI services, and law enforcement were all dispatched to the scene after reports of individuals in trouble in the sea.
The search concentrated near the seaside area of Withernsea.
At this time, the focus has shifted to the inquiry into the events leading to this tragic outcome.
Police continue to remind the people to exercise extreme care near the water, noting that situations can change without warning.