Florida Man Allegedly Cut Off Teen’s Air | Durham News

A Florida man faces second-degree attempted murder charges after allegedly sabotaging a teen diver’s air supply by turning off their “third lung” device—leaving the teenager gasping for air underwater. Simpson, a former boating safety task force member, is accused of swimming up to the air unit and shutting it off before fleeing. Witnesses saw him leave the scene. Though initially charged with first-degree attempted murder, the charge was reduced. His attorney insists he’s innocent and claims no one saw him touch the tank. Simpson has since posted bond and been released. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e31d08f4712c3e09