Here is an article from the naplesnews.com about former Diamond Dog Ryan Duffy's diving accident and the injury that has paralyzed him from the neck down.
It began as a fun idea to jump off a dock and into the Atlantic Ocean. But it quickly escalated into a fear-riddled ambulance ride. When Duffy dove into the water, it was too shallow, causing him to break his neck.
An off-duty firefighter saw Duffy being pulled to shore by his friend and immediately administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
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Duffy is paralyzed from the neck down due to three broken vertebrae, which are now replaced with metal, and has a tracheotomy preventing him from speaking.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ryan Duffy and his family for a speedy recovery.