Polish diver dies at Wied iż-Żurrieq

A 78-year-old Polish man died after finding difficulty while diving at Wied iż-Żurrieq, the police said.

The police were informed at around noon on Monday by the health authorities that a man was unconsious at Wied iż-Żurrieq.

The man was assisted on site by members of the Red Cross Society but was declared dead a few moments after being taken to Mater Dei Hospital.

Police investigations are ongoing.