In a chilling discovery off the coast of Schinias beach near Marathon, northeast of Athens, the Greek Coast Guard recovered the body of an unidentified man early Sunday afternoon. The gruesome find has authorities piecing together the circumstances surrounding the man’s mysterious death.

When the body was retrieved, a 22-pound barbell was found attached to the man's leg with a rope, an indication that foul play may have been involved. The body had been in the water for several days, adding to the complexity of the investigation. A diver located the body approximately 110 yards from shore, following reports that alerted the authorities.

Once the body was brought ashore, it was immediately transported by ambulance to a local hospital where the man's death was confirmed. According to initial estimates, the man appeared to be between 40 to 45 years old. The case is currently under investigation by authorities at the nearby port of Rafina.

Schinias beach is typically a bustling destination, renowned for attracting large crowds to its scenic shores. The popular beach's serenity was shattered by the grim discovery, unsettling both locals and tourists.

Adding another layer to this macabre sea of mysteries, the incident in Greece comes just days after a similar disturbing find in New Orleans, where a human skull padlocked to an exercise dumbbell was discovered in a waterway. While there's no evidence linking the two incidents, the eerie coincidences raise numerous questions about the cruel means some may use to dispose of bodies.

As the investigation continues, authorities are working hard to identify the man and piece together the circumstances that led to his tragic end. Anyone with information is urged to come forward, as unraveling the mystery surrounding the barbell-attached body found off a beloved beach remains a top priority for the Greek Coast Guard and local law enforcement.