General · 9 April 2026

Four people die trying to cross Channel

Four people have tragically died off the French coast while attempting a dangerous English Channel crossing. Two men and two women were swept away by strong currents as they tried to board a boat near Boulogne-sur-Mer on Thursday morning. Thirty-eight other individuals were rescued, though the boat reportedly continued its journey towards the UK with around 30 people.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 April 2026 at 20:37

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