Maldives Diving Accident: All 6 Bodies Recovered, Including Rescuer
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The Maldives recently experienced its worst scuba diving tragedy in history. A five-member Italian diving team all perished on May 14 while exploring a deep-sea cave. During the search and rescue operation, a Maldives National Defence Force diver also died from decompression sickness, bringing the total death toll to six. The President's Media Office announced on the 20th that all bodies have been recovered and the operation has concluded. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, including whether the divers exceeded the depth limit, and have suspended the license of the involved dive boat.