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Danish tourist dies after snorkeling trip off Nusa Penida, Bali
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A 42-year-old Danish tourist died on June 29 after falling ill following a snorkeling trip off Nusa Penida, near Bali. The man collapsed at his accommodation in Nusa Lembongan around 11:30 AM, shortly after returning from snorkeling. He reported feeling unwell and experiencing shortness of breath. Villa staff and companions provided first aid and transported him to East Medical Lembongan Clinic, where he was pronounced dead. Nusa Penida Police believe he may have suffered a heart attack, though an exact cause of death could not be confirmed as his family declined an autopsy. A preliminary external examination found no signs of violence or physical injuries. The body was transferred to Bali Mandara Hospital in Denpasar.
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