English version|11.06.2019 10:33

Six killed in shipwreck near Mytilene, Lesvos

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Six people were recovered dead from the shipwreck of a boat carrying migrants at 7:00 on Tuesday, 2.5 nautical miles off Pamfyla near Mytilene, Lesvos.

According to initial information from sources, 58 people have been rescued and are being taken to Mytilene port. Coast guard and Frontex vessels, as well as a Super Puma helicopter are carrying out operations in the area.

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