Spanish Tourist Loses Leg in Shark Attack During Maldives Honeymoon

Borja García, a 31-year-old Spanish doctor, lost his leg following a severe shark attack while on his honeymoon in the Maldives. The incident occurred on April 11 during a diving excursion near Gaafu Alif atoll. García was initially stabilized on Viligili island before being urgently transferred to a hospital in the capital, Malé, where surgeons amputated the limb due to the severity of the injuries. He has since returned to Spain and expressed his determination to recover, describing the event as the most cruel episode of his life while praising his wife's support. Local authorities are investigating the cause, with reports suggesting the attack may have been triggered by sharks starving after a week-long halt in fish waste dumping from a nearby processing plant. García’s group was reportedly the first to enter the water after this period, potentially triggering a predatory response from hungry sharks. The story highlights both the tragedy of the accident and the victim's resilience and gratitude for the medical care and public support received during his recovery.