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Canadian diver Erik Brown, 2018 Thai cave rescue hero, dies at 44
Erik Brown, a Canadian diver who played a key role in the 2018 Tham Luang rescue, died on 26 September, with cause not yet confirmed.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Canadian diver Erik Brown, who helped rescue the Wild Boars youth football team from Thailand's Tham Luang cave in 2018, has died at the age of 44, the Independent reported.
Brown, described as a "herodiver" by the outlet, carried air tanks, installed guide ropes and supported divers during the nine‑day operation that saved 12 boys and their coach. According to his own log, he spent 63 hours inside the flooded cave across seven missions.
Friends and family announced his death on 26 September, though the precise date and cause have not yet been officially confirmed. Tributes highlighted his bravery, with the governor‑general of Canada having awarded him the Medal of Bravery for repeatedly risking his life in the rescue.
Key facts
- Erik Brown, a Canadian diver who aided the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue, died at age 44. (independent.co.uk)
- Brown spent 63 hours inside the cave over seven missions during the rescue. (independent.co.uk)
- His death was announced by friends and family on 26 September; cause not yet confirmed. (independent.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] independent.co.uk — originally reported as “Thai cave rescue hero dies aged 44”
