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UPDATE: Canadian tourist was allegedly fatally injured by barge

- Police investigating matter with urgency
The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) is said to be investigating with urgency the death of a Canadian tourist on Virgin Gorda on December 20, 2019. Photo: VINO/File
A tourist from Canada lost his life in a 'marine incident' on Virgin Gorda on December 20, 2019. Photo: VINO/File
A tourist from Canada lost his life in a 'marine incident' on Virgin Gorda on December 20, 2019. Photo: VINO/File
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The Canadian tourist who lost his life on Virgin Gorda on Friday, December 20, 2019 was reportedly struck by a barge while in waters off Fishers Cove.

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), in a press release on December 23, 2019, had only said 52 year old Zdenek Tesar died in a “marine incident”.

Sources close to the incident; however, related to this news site that Tesar was out “diving” in the area around Fishers Cove the day he was found dead.

It is alleged Tesar was with his mother and other relatives in the Fishers Cove area when he ventured out into the water where a barge was approaching. He allegedly went under and after the barged had passed the family noticed Tesar was taking a long time to return.

An alarm was raised and a team went out in search of him. Teasr was reportedly found dead with extensive wounds to the back of the head, believed to have been caused by a vessel.

Matter being investigated with urgency

When contacted, the RVIPF declined to confirm or deny the reports but said the incident is being investigated with urgency.

Several persons on Virgin Gorda have confirmed the incident as involving the barge and the tourist.

The RVIPF had said in the press release that "The matter is currently under investigation and Mr Tesar’s wife is being kept updated on the progress of the police investigation."

See story published December 23, 2019

Canadian tourist dies following 'marine incident' on VG

Reports reaching our newsroom indicate that a tourist lost his life in a "marine incident" on Virgin Gorda last weekend.

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), in a press release today, December 23, 2019, said 52 year old Canadian Zdenek Tesar died on Friday, December 20, 2019.

The RVIPF did not share any details of the "marine incident".

It said Mr Tesar was vacationing in the territory when he met his demise.

"The matter is currently under investigation and Mr Tesar’s wife is being kept updated on the progress of the police investigation," the RVIPF press release stated.

15 Responses to “UPDATE: Canadian tourist was allegedly fatally injured by barge”

  • one eye (23/12/2019, 19:29) Like (6) Dislike (38) Reply
    Hope it’s not a set up
  • WHAT!!! (23/12/2019, 20:17) Like (79) Dislike (1) Reply
    Just before Christmas someone has died, PLEASE do not post any more ignorant and heartless comments. A family who came here on holiday is grieving , have some resect.
  • Online Now (24/12/2019, 07:44) Like (26) Dislike (0) Reply

    The majority of posters on this website are a bunch of arse%^&&*. My condolences for your loss.

  • You heartless people (24/12/2019, 09:47) Like (24) Dislike (6) Reply
    Why is it that some of you people In the BVI always have something negative to say? Please refrain from the negative comments.
    • Me (24/12/2019, 15:18) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
      @you heartless people...why does it have to be people in BVI commenting? It's the world wide web, anyone can be a troll.
    • answer (24/12/2019, 18:40) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
      Because, something negative to say is their right as it is your right too, which you have aptly demonstrated,.
      Please refrain from your judgement and nonsense advice.
  • Eagle Eye (24/12/2019, 11:37) Like (5) Dislike (8) Reply

    investigate them properly.fed up now.

  • tretretrete (24/12/2019, 13:29) Like (4) Dislike (13) Reply
    Swim with the dolphins,yes.
    Swim with the barges.no.
  • smh (24/12/2019, 22:49) Like (14) Dislike (0) Reply
    If any of you all’s son, husband or brother was killed in a similar manner would you find it funny or make insensitive comments? Something is seriously wrong with you people messon. Here I was expecting to read condolences. Instead, it’s a bunch of stupid comments.
  • Concerned (25/12/2019, 13:20) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    Please note the boat in the picture was not the boat that was involve in the accident. Condolences to the family during this difficult time pray God comfort you all especially during this season. God bless
  • Captain (27/12/2019, 19:56) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Such a tragic loss right before Christmas. Our hearts and prayers go out to the poor family


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