The lawsuit alleges that producers failed to implement basic safety protocols, such as deploying spotters or warning markers, despite knowing the area near Saona Island was heavily trafficked by tourist vessels. Floros claims the production team was aware of previous near-misses and at least one prior fatality in the same waters. The accident, which took place while Floros was spearfishing with fellow contestant Emmanouil Malliaros, left him with severe injuries that required a two-month hospitalization in Miami and multiple surgeries.
Production company AcunMedya initially attempted to distance itself from the tragedy, stating that Floros was spearfishing outside of the official competitive process. While the company maintains that immediate assistance was provided, the legal filing paints a picture of systemic negligence. Beyond the civil suit, the incident triggered a criminal investigation in the Dominican Republic, resulting in the arrest of the boat captain under Article 309 of the penal code. As the court proceedings begin, Floros remains focused on his recovery, expressing gratitude for his survival despite the permanent life-altering consequences of the event.




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