Police have located a body believed to be that of a 21-year-old man reported missing in water off Coolum beach since yesterday afternoon.
Police commenced a search and rescue operation after the man was last seen by friends swimming near Stumers Creek Road around 4pm on March 27, where he is believed to have become stuck in a rip.
A deceased male was located within the search area at 2pm today.
Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.