Italian diver’s fiancé wrote heartbreaking love letter after she died in Maldives scuba tragedy
The fiancé of Italian diver Giorgia Sommacal, who died in a scuba diving accident in the Maldives, expressed his love for her in a poignant letter read at her memorial service. Federico Colombo reflected on the lessons learned from their tragic loss, emphasizing the importance of cherishing every moment and expressing love. The investigation into the incident continues as authorities work to recover the remaining bodies and determine the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
- ▪Giorgia Sommacal and her mother died while scuba diving in a shark-infested cave in the Maldives.
- ▪Her fiancé, Federico Colombo, shared a heartfelt letter at her memorial, highlighting the need to appreciate life and love.
- ▪Two bodies have been recovered, while efforts continue to locate the remaining victims.
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World News Italian diver’s fiancé wrote heartbreaking love letter after she died in Maldives scuba tragedy By Chris Bradford Published May 19, 2026, 11:02 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The fiancé of one of the five Italian divers who died in an underwater cave in the Maldives declared his everlasting love for her in a heartbreaking note read at a memorial service. Bartender Federico Colombo, 26, gushed over Giorgia Sommacal, 22, who died alongside her mom, Monica Montefalcone, when they got trapped in a 200-foot-deep, shark-infested cave last week, La Repubblica reported.
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