New details have emerged in the drowning death of Malcolm-Jamal Warner as the Caribbean Guard revealed why the beach where he was swimming did not have patrols.

Actor and director Malcolm-Jamal Warner, best known for his role on "The Cosby Show," has died in an accidental drowning in Costa Rica, where he was vacationing with his family, officials there said. He was 54.

The Costa Rican beach where Malcolm-Jamal Warner tragically drowned was clearly marked with bold warning signs about rip currents and high drowning risks ... TMZ has learned.

The OIJ is providing new details that clarify the timeline of events that lead to Malcolm-Jamal Warner's death. "It was at that moment that they were swept away by the current, and the friend managed to get out,

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's body has been released to his family, a representative for Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) confirms to Us Weekly. "The body would be collected by a funeral home contracted and authorized by the family,

Following "The Cosby Show" star Malcolm-Jamal Warner's accidental drowning in Costa Rica, a second man is reported to be involved.