Venezuelan diver here to refloat MV Barima dies in Guyanese waters
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A 66-year-old Venezuelan diver named Luis Martinez died in Guyanese waters. He had traveled to the area to help refloat the MV Barima ferry. The Guyana Police Force stated on Sunday that the death occurred while he was attempting to salvage a different vessel. This incident took place in the Essequibo region. The announcement came nearly four days after the death occurred.
Last Updated on Sunday, 1 November 2026, 14:19 by Written By Denis Chabrol Almost four days after a Venezuelan diver, here to refloat the MV Barima ferry, died, the Guyana Police Force on Sunday said he died while trying to salvage another vessel in the Essequibo region. Dead is 66-year old Luis Martinez. He reportedly […]