The Senegalese navy found at least 30 bodies in a boat drifting off the coast of Dakar, Senegal. The boat had been floating about 70 kilometers from the capital. Authorities responded after receiving a report on Sunday evening. They immediately deployed a patrol vessel to the scene. So far, they have counted 30 bodies. Investigators are working to confirm the death toll and determine the boat’s origin.
The bodies had severely decomposed, making identification difficult. Officials are still gathering information to learn more about the situation. They have not yet determined how long the boat had been at sea. Authorities will release further details once the investigation progresses.
This discovery highlights the dangers of the Atlantic migration route. Migrants from West Africa often use this route to reach the Canary Islands and Spain. However, it remains one of the deadliest migration paths in the world. Migrants frequently travel in overcrowded and unsafe boats, facing dangerous waters and long distances.
The migration rights group Walking Borders reported that nearly 5,000 migrants died at sea in the first five months of 2024. This figure is unprecedented, showing how the route has grown increasingly perilous for those seeking a better life. There is an urgent need to address the root causes of migration and improve safety measures. Without action, more lives will likely be lost.
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