Diver Loses Arm After Boat Accident in Palm Beach County

A diver lost an arm after coming in contact with a boat Thursday in the waters off Palm Beach County.

WPTV reported that the incident occurred at Palm Beach island near Root Trail.

A witness told the station that a boat went over a group of divers. 

The Coast Guard said a good Samaritan located a severed arm, which was transferred to shore.

The diver was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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