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Baby perishes in migrant boat capsize in English Channel: Media reports
French search, rescue teams save total of 65 people from stricken vessel carrying migrants off Wissant in northern France
Aysu Bicer |
18.10.2024 - Update : 18.10.2024
LONDON
An infant died after a boat carrying migrants encountered difficulties while attempting to cross the English Channel, according to British media outlets citing French authorities, on Friday.
SkyNews reported that the incident occurred off the coast of Wissant in northern France.
French search and rescue teams saved a total of 65 people from the stricken vessel.
A French Navy ship was among the four vessels deployed in the rescue operation, with a helicopter also assisting.
An investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident has been launched by French authorities.
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