LOBSTER FISHERMAN ACCUSED OF CUTTING OFF RIVAL DIVER'S AIR SUPPLY

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A lobster fisherman, Michael Simpson, is accused of attempted murder for allegedly cutting off a teenage diver's air supply during a dispute over a fishing spot. Simpson denies the allegations, calling them lies, while the victim's partner claims Simpson intentionally turned off the air supply.

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A Florida man is being charged with attempted murder after allegedly cutting off a teenage diver’s air supply during a battle over lobster during the state’s “lobster mini” season. #florida #lobsterdiving #news