KAILUA-KONA — A North Kona golf and beach club employee is in critical condition after an accident Monday afternoon.
Authorities responded at 12:57 p.m. Monday to Kukio Golf and Beach Club, where they found an unconscious man, according to the Hawaii Police Department.
The 43-year-old, later identified to be an employee of the club, was scuba diving in a fishpond on the grounds when a coworker found him, authorities said.
“We had a tragic accident involving a beloved long-term Kukio Community Association employee,” said Scott Nair, general manager of Kukio Golf and Beach Club and Community Association. “We’re hopeful for his recovery and we’re praying with the family.”
Nair added the club is cooperating with authorities.
Maj. Robert Wagner with the Police Department said when authorities arrived at the scene Monday the victim was unresponsive and CPR was administered. He was later taken to North Hawaii Community Hospital via ground ambulance.
Kukio Golf and Beach Club is a private, residential equity club located adjacent to the Four Seasons Resort, Hualalai on the Kona Coast.
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