Diver dies in Scapa Flow

Police have reported that a diver who got into difficulties while diving in Scapa Flow on Monday died at the scene.

Police were alerted to the incident shortly after 11.30am yesterday. The man is believed to be a foreign national.

A statement released by police today said: “The 66-year-old man, who was believed to have been diving around one of the wrecks in Scapa Flow, sadly passed away at the scene.”

A full report on the circumstances, which do not appear to be suspicious, have been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal. No further details are to be issued until all next of kin are informed.