A British cave diver has died after becoming trapped deep inside an underwater cave system in southwestern France.
The 43-year-old man was discovered Sunday, September 20, two days after he went missing during a dive at the Gouffre de Saint-Sauveur near Calès.
According to local reports, the man was part of a group of eight British cave divers who had entered the site, which is known for attracting experienced divers from around the world.
Rescuers eventually located his body at a depth of approximately 88 meters, or nearly 290 feet, underwater.
The diver is believed to have become caught in a guide line while navigating a particularly narrow section of the cave. He became trapped and was unable to make his way back to the surface.
Emergency crews were first alerted at around 8 p.m. after the man failed to return.
