British Diver Dies in Greece, Instructors Arrested

A 25-year-old British man has tragically died while scuba diving in Vouliagmeni, Greece, after reportedly losing consciousness during the dive. Emergency services were called, but he was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. In connection with his death, a 46-year-old diving instructor and his 37-year-old assistant have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter for allegedly violating safety regulations. The local Port Authority has seized diving equipment from the company involved and is conducting a preliminary investigation. An autopsy is set to take place at Greece’s Forensic and Toxicology Laboratory to determine the cause of death. This incident highlights the inherent risks associated with scuba diving, despite its generally low fatality rate compared to other activities.