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Loved Ones Remembered at Migrant Tragedy Inquiry
5 Feb
Summary
- Inquiry investigates the worst migrant drowning in the English Channel.
- At least 27 people died in the November 2021 disaster.
- Bereaved families shared personal stories of their lost loved ones.
A formal inquiry is examining the circumstances surrounding the worst migrant drowning incident recorded in the English Channel, which occurred on November 24, 2021. This tragic event resulted in the loss of at least 27 lives, with four individuals still unaccounted for.
Two years after the disaster, the Cranston inquiry has been established to thoroughly investigate the catastrophic event. During recent proceedings, bereaved parents and immediate family members of the victims provided moving statements, sharing personal memories and describing their profound grief.
Sir Ross Cranston, the inquiry's chair, acknowledged the significance of these testimonies. He stated that it was crucial for the inquiry to provide a platform for the voices of those so deeply impacted by this devastating tragedy.
