Zurich Police Diver Dies During Search Operation in Limmat – Investigation Underway

A 44-year-old diver with the Zurich cantonal police lost his life while conducting a search mission in the River Limmat near a weir by the power station in Dietikon, according to a report at Bluewin. The diver encountered difficulties and was later retrieved by fellow police divers, but was already deceased upon recovery.

Officials say the precise cause of the accident is not yet known. A public prosecutor has launched an investigation. Emergency services and a care team were dispatched to the site. The police commander visited on scene and informed the diver’s family. At this time, further details are being withheld pending the outcome of the inquiry.