A 44-year-old British woman died in Gozo this morning after she found herself in trouble while diving, police said.  

The woman was diving off the coast of Marsalforn when she experienced difficulties at around 10.50am. She was brought to shore by people nearby and given first aid, but passed away before paramedics could take her to hospital.  

Magistrate Paul Coppini has ordered an inquiry into the incident, with police also investigating. 

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