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Florida man charged with attempted murder, accused of turning off air supply of submerged teen diver
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· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about this incident is available from ABC7 News.
Authorities in Florida have filed charges against a man. He is accused of a serious crime involving a teenage diver. The diver was underwater, looking for lobsters, when the incident occurred.
The man charged has a notable background. He previously served on a task force related to boating safety. His current situation is a result of allegations that he interfered with the air supply of the submerged teenager.
Further information about this incident is available from ABC7 News. Details about the case and the charges against the man can be found through their reporting.
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Category: local Published: August 7, 2026 Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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