The tragic incident that occurred overnight in the English Channel has left three migrants, including two children, dead, as reported by French authorities. The prosecutor of Pas-de-Calais, Laurent Touvet, revealed that the deadly event took place off the coast on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. The victims were believed to have been crushed at the bottom of the boat, with three others missing in a separate incident nearby. Additionally, reports indicate that a third boat also encountered difficulties.
Authorities attributed the responsibility for these tragedies to smuggler networks and expressed a firm commitment to combat them. They commended the efforts of police, firefighters, civil protection volunteers, and sea rescue services for their swift response in aiding the distressed boats.
This heartbreaking news follows the confirmation of a woman’s death due to «small boat activity» in the same waters. Kent Police disclosed that the woman was airlifted to land on Tuesday afternoon but unfortunately passed away shortly after.
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