Overview

• The diver, employed by TMC Marine, was working on the salvage of the Bayesian, a sailing ship that sank off Porticello on August 19, 2024.
• Rescue efforts by medical teams aboard the support vessels Hebo 2 and Hebo 10 were unsuccessful in reviving the diver after he was brought to the surface.
• Authorities are investigating two potential causes of death: a malfunction in the diver's oxygen cylinder, possibly involving an explosion, or a medical emergency during the dive.
• The incident occurred during a deep-sea immersion at approximately 49 meters, part of challenging salvage operations in Sicilian waters.
• Carabinieri and Coast Guard forces have intervened to assist in the investigation and ensure operational safety at the site.