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Diver Dies After Dive at the Zenobia Wreck

Published March 7, 2026, 14:06
Diver Dies After Dive at the Zenobia Wreck

A 67-year-old diver, George Nikolaou from Paralimni, died during a dive at the wreck of the 'Zenobia'. On Saturday morning, it was determined that the diver was in danger and was transported to Larnaca General Hospital, where he passed away. Police are investigating the case as an unnatural death. The Larnaca Search and Rescue Coordination Center (KSED) was informed about the diver in danger at 09:40 and mobilized vessels from the Port and Maritime Police and an ambulance for the rescue operation. Unfortunately, the efforts were unsuccessful and the diver's death was confirmed at the hospital.