U.S. Tourist Dies Following Scuba Diving Incident Near North Sound

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A 59-year-old visitor from the United States has died following a scuba diving excursion off the coast of North Sound on Monday afternoon.

According to police, the man, who last resided in North Carolina, was vacationing in Antigua with family members. He arrived in the country on June 5 and was scheduled to depart on June 13.

Reports indicate that around 3:15 p.m., he was participating in a scuba diving activity near Red Head and Rabbit Island when he became unresponsive. He was subsequently transported to the mainland near Shell Beach, where emergency responders were alerted.

Emergency Medical Services personnel arrived at the scene and transported him to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. However, despite efforts to assist him, a medical doctor pronounced him dead on arrival at approximately 4:36 p.m.

Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. An autopsy is expected to be carried out to determine the exact cause of death.

The Police Administration has extended condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased during this difficult time.

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Comments (8)

  • ANU June 9, 2026, 11:01 AM

    Accidents happen. Sorry!
    Reply
  • Informed citizen June 9, 2026, 11:07 AM

    People say places Antigua are to die for but we never really want them to die here
    Reply
  • Juju Bee June 9, 2026, 11:09 AM

    Such a sad situation
    Reply
  • Sheesh June 9, 2026, 11:57 AM

    Thats really a vacation gone cold. Must be really hard. Hope for the best
    Reply
  • Liz June 9, 2026, 3:10 PM

    Condolences to the family and loved ones of this man
    Reply
  • Tromos June 9, 2026, 9:19 PM

    condolences to those affected
    Reply
  • Nadia Solomon June 10, 2026, 6:24 AM

    Always very sad when these things happen
    Reply
  • Informed citizen June 10, 2026, 4:35 PM

    Hope authorities are able to clarify exactly what happened.
    Reply

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