English Channel Sinking in 2021: Up to 10 Years Prison Sought Against 14 Alleged Smugglers
Prosecutors have sought sentences of up to 10 years in prison against 14 alleged smugglers on trial for the sinking that killed at least 31 people in the night of November 23-24, 2021.
Sentences of up to 10 years in prison have been sought against the 14 alleged smugglers on trial in connection with the deadly sinking that occurred in the English Channel during the night of November 23-24, 2021, according to a report from Le Monde.
At least 31 people died at sea that night while attempting to reach England. Only a Somali national and an Iraqi national survived the tragedy.
A separate judicial investigation ongoing
A separate judicial investigation remains open against seven military personnel under investigation for failure to assist persons in danger in this same case, according to available sources.
The available report does not specify the expected date of the verdict concerning the 14 alleged smugglers nor does it detail the individual sentencing recommendations.
Sources
- Naufrage meurtrier dans la Manche en 2021 : jusqu’à dix ans de prison requis contre les 14 passeurs présumés — Le Monde — Une
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