23.04.2024, Der Spiegel
Several dead in the English Channel
Several people seeking protection died on Tuesday while trying to cross the English Channel to the UK. A French official spoke of at least five deaths, including a seven-year-old child. The coastguard confirmed this morning that it had found several lifeless bodies. According to the official, 112 people had attempted to set sail from the French coast this morning. 47 had been rescued and more than 50 had continued the crossing towards the UK. Four injured people were taken to hospital, but their lives were not in danger. read more
Language(s): Deutsch / German
Region(s): Frankreich, Großbritannien