Training death in Cozumel

[Christi]

I am so sorry or your loss and what you must be going through right now David. I haven't heard anything, but will see if i can get any answers for you.

I do know that the person you need to speak with here is Anne Harris (US Consulate) - although she can be difficult to get in touch with. I'm sure the local Dr. and/or the resort have already contacted her.

 

[davidofaustin]

Thanks Mike, I had thought that myself - I'm sure that the local Med. Examiner will come up with the correct cause, but My wife' son and daughter will need to know for sure. I really appreciate your reply.

 

[davidofaustin]

It takes my breath away at what you and your family are going thru right now... The scuba family is large and loving and if you need help, you have come to the right place... Please accept all our thoughts and prayers.....

It is nice to have a large family to lean on.
I am beginning to let the enormity of this sink in, and it hurts, a lot. Prayers are appreciated, not only for me, but my step-son and daughter in law also.

Thank all of you so much.

 

[davidofaustin]

Christi,
Anything you can find out for me; especially full circumstances, would help my wife and I deal with this. Please PM, or send via dave@divemasters.org though.

Thank you

 

[DiverG]

David, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your grandson. You and your family have my condolences.

 

[mbalmr]

I am so sorry for your loss, however, the question about a 2nd autopsy after embalming is an easy one. The answer is yes, having been a funeral director I know for a fact that an autopsy is possible after embalming even if there has already been an autopsy. Unfortunately, it will probably have to be a private autopsy which can be very expensive. I hope this has helped.

Regards,

 

[Web Monkey]

Call Divers Alert Network. Someone is available 24x7x365.

I'm pretty certain they have experience in this area and should know how things work.

The student may have actually had DAN insurance because it's free for OW students, however DAN will talk to you regardless.

Terry

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I really dont what to ask. My wifes son and family went to Cozumel, and this morning took a certification course. agency unknown, resort unknown, my me - right now. My grandson and step-son / with an instructor, were at 15 feet of water (open - or confined, unknown) when my grandson appeared to be having mask problems and went to the surface. He was followed immediatedly, and found unresponsive and unconsious on the surface. CPR was administered, and a nearby Doctor involved.
Cause of death, asphyxiation.

My son-in-law is requesting an autopsy, but would prefer it to be in the U.S. - We have found that he can not repatriate the body, until it has be enbalmed.

Here is where we need help. Can we trust the Mexico Medical Examiner to give us a forensic report that can be used? And/or can a 2nd autopsy be done in the U.S. after embalming?

I will include more information as I get it. But these questions need to be handled quickly. (nothing seems to be open on Sunday)

Please reply

 

[Martha]

I am so sorry for the loss of your grandson. My condolences to you and your family.

 

[damage]

My condolences to you and your family

 

[NJ to FLA]

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.