According to a local resident, the tourist suddenly fainted and fell into the sea while on the boat after completing his dive. He was unconscious when rescued and brought back to the boat.
A Chinese tourist has passed away while diving in Fuvahmulah, in southern Maldives.
The tourist was diving under the supervision of a diving center on the island.
According to a local resident, the tourist suddenly fainted and fell into the sea while on the boat after completing his dive. He was unconscious when rescued and brought back to the boat.
"He was already dead when brought to the island," he told Mihaaru News.
The police have not yet provided any comments on the incident.