Holiday Tragedy in Croatia: 40-Year-Old Polish Diver Dies Off the Coast of Istria

A 40-year-old Polish citizen died during a diving excursion in northern Croatia after falling ill at a depth of over 20 meters near Medulin.

Tragedy During a Holiday in Croatia

Tragic news has emerged from northern Croatia, where a 40-year-old Polish citizen died while diving in the waters near the town of Medulin on the Istrian peninsula. The man fell ill at a depth of over 20 meters, and resuscitation efforts after transporting him to shore proved unsuccessful. Croatian police are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident.

Death of a Polish Diver Off the Coast of Istria

The 40-year-old Polish citizen died while diving near Medulin in Istria, a peninsula located in northern Croatia, as announced on Sunday by the Istrian police headquarters on its website.

Emergency Report and Rescue Action at a Depth of 20 Meters

The tragedy occurred on Friday when the police in Pula received a report at approximately 10:45 AM that a 40-year-old Polish citizen had felt unwell while diving at a depth of over 20 meters in the waters near Medulin.

Unsuccessful Resuscitation and Ongoing Police Investigation

The man was transported by boat to Polje Bay, where he died following unsuccessful resuscitation efforts, according to police statements. The headquarters statement emphasized that officers are continuing their investigation into the circumstances of the event.