A 71-year-old fisherman drowned in Cirkewwa on Sunday morning.
The man, who is from Birkirkara, was fishing with a friend when he fell into the sea, TVM reported. The case took place at around 9.20am.
The man was given first aid by members of the Malta Red Cross but was certified dead on site.
Magistrate Caroline Farrugia Frendo is conducting an inquiry.