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Post by Sharon Faulkner on Feb 5, 2007 20:28:48 GMT -5
RCMP identify American diver who died exploring flooded iron ore mine in N.L.February 5, 2007 Canadian Press WABANA, N.L. (CP) - An American diver who died while exploring a collection of flooded iron ore mines in Newfoundland has been identified as Joseph Steffen, 51, of Ohio. RCMP say he was brought to the surface by other members of the dive team at the Bell Island site late Sunday but they couldn't revive him. "The cause of death is still under investigation," said Const. Derek Rayner. "No further details will be released until the next of kin have been notified." Police said in an earlier release Steffen was pronounced dead in hospital, though it was unclear whether he drowned. The man was part of a group of international cave divers brought in by Ocean Quest Adventure Resort and the Bell Island Heritage Society to explore the mine shafts. The expedition began last Monday and was set to last until this Friday. Full Article
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