American Tourist Released from Hospital After Boating Accident

American tourist Mark Strus, 45, has been released from the hospital following a boating accident near Caye Caulker on Thursday afternoon. Contrary to earlier reports, Strus was not in critical condition, though he did suffer injuries.

The incident occurred around 4:00 p.m. while Strus was kayaking with his three children on the northern side of the island. Witnesses stated that a boat en route to San Pedro crossed their path, and in an attempt to avoid a collision, Strus and his son jumped from the kayak.

Strus went underwater and sustained a head injury.