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Tallahassee, FL - A 56-year-old Tallahassee woman died after a diving incident at Molasses Reef in the Florida Keys.
Authorities confirmed the woman's death on Tuesday.
According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Andrea Shultz was diving with a commercial vessel when she was found unconscious in the water around 10 a.m.
Despite immediate CPR efforts as she was transported to shore, Shultz did not survive.
Authorities stated that foul play is not suspected in the incident.
An autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death.
Molasses Reef, located off Key Largo, is a popular diving site known for its coral reefs and marine life, drawing divers from around the world.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety precautions during underwater activities.
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.