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China tourist injured after hit by boat propeller brought to Maldives capital

A Chinese tourist injured after being struck by the propeller of a dinghy on Sunday has been airlifted to the privately-run Tree Top Hospital in the reclaimed suburb Hulhumale.

Two tourists - both Chinese nationals were struck by the propeller while out snorkeling during their holiday in a resort in Baa Atoll. The 27 year old man was killed while the 24 year old woman believed to be his companion was seriously injured. The details of her injuries are unknown but she continues to be treated in hospital.

The body of the man has also been brought to the capital Male. According to sources, the man had succumbed to his injuries before he was rushed to the Atoll hospital.