Diver found dead in Mazaruni River

The river dredge where the incident reportedly occurred (Police photo)

A police investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 61-year-old diver in the Upper Mazaruni River.

The diver was identified as 61-year-old, Hugh Van Lewin of Camp Kayuka, Ideal Road, Kuru Kururu. According to the police, the incident occurred at the Mipuri Backdam, Upper Mazaruni River on Sunday around 11:15 am.