British Diver Found Dead After Solo Dive Off Gili Air, Indonesia

A British diver has been found dead after failing to return from a solo dive off the coast of Gili Air, Indonesia, in an incident confirmed through regional reporting and local search efforts.

According to reporting from Hey Bali, the diver, identified as 46-year-old Robert Peter Ladd, entered the water alone but did not resurface within the expected timeframe, prompting concern and the initiation of a local search.

Search and rescue teams later located the diver at a depth of approximately 12 metres. He was recovered from the seabed and brought to shore, where emergency responders attempted resuscitation, but he was subsequently pronounced dead.

The incident occurred off Gili Air, part of Indonesia’s Gili Islands, a region widely known for its accessible dive sites and popularity among international tourists.

While the circumstances surrounding the dive have not been fully detailed, the case highlights ongoing safety considerations around solo diving. Despite its acceptance among some experienced divers, entering the water without a buddy or structured support system continues to carry increased risk, particularly in environments where conditions or unforeseen factors can change quickly.

At the time of writing, no widely circulated statement from Indonesian authorities has been published in international media, and the cause of death has not been officially confirmed.

This incident adds to a growing number of reported diving fatalities in Southeast Asia, a region that remains one of the most active diving destinations globally. As further details emerge, attention is likely to focus on dive planning, supervision, and individual risk management decisions.