August 10th 2024.
A tragic event occurred on a beautiful vacation in Belize for 15-year-old Annabelle Carlson from Aspen. After finishing a scuba diving excursion with her family and a tour group, she decided to take a quick swim in the crystal clear waters. However, what happened next was something that no one could have predicted.
According to a GoFundMe page set up by a family friend, Annabelle encountered a shark while swimming. The chances of this happening were incredibly slim, with odds of 1 in 11.5 million. It was a terrifying and traumatic experience as she fought for her life against the aggressive predator.
The family friend, Aja Jewell, shared that Annabelle was critically injured in the attack, but did not specify the extent of her injuries. Emergency responders in Belize quickly airlifted her to a trauma medical center in Belize City. Once her condition stabilized, she was flown back to the United States and is currently hospitalized.
As her family and friends rally around her, the road to recovery for Annabelle will be a long one. In order to respect their privacy, not all details of the incident are being shared at this time. However, Aja Jewell assures that updates will be provided as Annabelle's strength returns.
Annabelle is a rising sophomore at Aspen High School and a talented athlete, playing both lacrosse and basketball on the school's junior varsity teams. The community is devastated by this news and sending their love and support to Annabelle and her family during this difficult time.
Despite multiple attempts, the tour group operators with Belize Dive Pro and the Belize Coast Guard have not responded to requests for comment. This is an ongoing situation and may be updated as more information becomes available. Stay informed by signing up for our daily email newsletter, Your Morning Dozen, for more Colorado news.
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