Hamed Sesay, 20, was last seen at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on July 20, 2023. He was at the shoreline near 25th Avenue South and entered the Atlantic Ocean for a swim. Described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, about 150 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes, witnesses reported seeing him struggling in the water and called authorities.

Myrtle Beach Fire Rescue and the U.S. Coast Guard led an extensive search using boats, drones and aircraft, but bad weather and thunderstorms forced periodic suspensions. After several days of searching no trace was found and the active search was called off. The Myrtle Beach Police Department is continuing the investigation and the case is registered with NamUs. Dangerous currents are considered a likely factor, but the exact circumstances remain uncertain.

If anyone was at 25th Avenue South on July 20, 2023, or has information about Hamed’s movements that day, please share what is known.