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A man reportedly drowned following a spear fishing accident this morning.<\/p>

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According to reports, three men went fishing on a boat, which later capsized in the vicinity of Smith Island, just off the coast of the Mill Reef Club.<\/p>\n

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Two of the men survived the incident while the third reportedly drowned.<\/p>\n

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The deceased is said to be a staff member of the resort.<\/p>\n

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Police are investigating.<\/p>

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