Dozens feared dead after inflatable boat sinks on way to Canary Islands
The Guardian|June 22, 2023
At least 35 people are feared drowned after an inflatable boat carrying up to 60 people sank en route to the Canary Islands early yesterday.
Sam Jones
Dozens feared dead after inflatable boat sinks on way to Canary Islands

The Spanish migration NGO Caminando Fronteras (Walking Borders) said 60 people - including six women and a baby - were on the boat, of whom 39 were missing. Another migration NGO, Alarm Phone, put the number of people on board at 59 and said 35 were missing.

Spain's maritime rescue service said Moroccan authorities had rescued 24 people from the stricken boat, while a Spanish helicopter had recovered one of two bodies that had been located.

"The boat got into difficulty and sank," said a spokeswoman for the service. "A rescue operation was launched by the Moroccan authorities and they told us that one of their patrol boats rescued 24 people this morning. They asked for our help and one of our helicopters recovered the body of a minor, which was taken to Gran Canaria airport. Later on, a container vessel that took part in the search operation located another body."

This story is from the June 22, 2023 edition of The Guardian.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

This story is from the June 22, 2023 edition of The Guardian.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

MORE STORIES FROM THE GUARDIANView All
RFU rebels vow to fight on as bid to oust Sweeney stalls
The Guardian

RFU rebels vow to fight on as bid to oust Sweeney stalls

A grassroots rebellion has accused the Rugby Football Union of \"postponing the inevitable,\" after the governing body rejected an attempt to force the removal of the chief executive, Bill Sweeney, amid the pay and bonuses scandal.

time-read
3 mins  |
January 10, 2025
The Chosen One? Everton Turn to Moyes After Sacking Dyche Before Cup Tie
The Guardian

The Chosen One? Everton Turn to Moyes After Sacking Dyche Before Cup Tie

Everton's new owners are expected to offer David Moyes the chance to return to Goodison Park after sacking Sean Dyche hours before the FA Cup tie against Peterborough United.

time-read
2 mins  |
January 10, 2025
Beto and Ndiaye lift Everton as caretakers sweep up after turmoil
The Guardian

Beto and Ndiaye lift Everton as caretakers sweep up after turmoil

Another new era for Everton, this one promising stability, and another managerial search is under way after the sacking of Sean Dyche.

time-read
3 mins  |
January 10, 2025
Dyche dismissal a risk that puts team's need to stay up in sharp focus
The Guardian

Dyche dismissal a risk that puts team's need to stay up in sharp focus

Sacking is no shock given manager's dour football but successor has a perilous task. Could Moyes be the right fit?

time-read
3 mins  |
January 10, 2025
'A massive draw': Salford ready for their biggest game
The Guardian

'A massive draw': Salford ready for their biggest game

Karl Robinson's side travel less than five miles to face Manchester City with chance to make name for themselves

time-read
3 mins  |
January 10, 2025
Regular guy can put the heart back in gormless machine
The Guardian

Regular guy can put the heart back in gormless machine

After Hollywood farce at Chelsea and two years out of game, rags-to-riches manager has seized chance to join 'family club' that he can improve immediately

time-read
5 mins  |
January 10, 2025
Potter Calls For Unity To Revive West Ham In 'Ruthless' Top Flight
The Guardian

Potter Calls For Unity To Revive West Ham In 'Ruthless' Top Flight

Graham Potter has checked in at a troubled West Ham with the message that only a united approach will keep them afloat in a \"ruthless\" Premier League.

time-read
3 mins  |
January 10, 2025
Murray ready for outbursts on court from Djokovic
The Guardian

Murray ready for outbursts on court from Djokovic

Andy Murray says he would be absolutely fine with receiving any angry outbursts of emotion or venting on-court from Novak Djokovic, his new coaching charge, as the two former longtime rivals prepare for their first tournament together on the same team at the Australian Open.

time-read
3 mins  |
January 10, 2025
Aldcroft to captain Red Roses at home World Cup
The Guardian

Aldcroft to captain Red Roses at home World Cup

Zoe Aldcroft has been installed as England women's captain for 2025, taking over from Marlie Packer, and is set to lead John Mitchell's side into the World Cup this year.

time-read
1 min  |
January 10, 2025
'I've been hooked': how shady line calls cloud practice games
The Guardian

'I've been hooked': how shady line calls cloud practice games

Raducanu, Stephens and others on the perils of trusting rivals to make fair calls in umpire-free sessions

time-read
5 mins  |
January 10, 2025