Tragic Danube Crossing: Chinese National Dies in Capsized Boat Incident
A tragedy unfolded on the River Danube as a boat carrying illegal migrants capsized. The incident resulted in the death of a Chinese national. Rescues were made by both Serbian and Croatian authorities, highlighting ongoing issues with illegal border crossings and potential people trafficking routes in the region.
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A Chinese national lost their life when a boat carrying at least 10 illegal migrants capsized in the River Danube during an attempt to cross from Serbia to Croatia, according to Serbian police reports on Monday. The authorities managed to recover one body and rescue four Chinese nationals from the river.
Meanwhile, in neighboring Croatia, police successfully rescued five individuals - three men and two women, all identified as Chinese nationals. The incident underscores the perilous journeys undertaken by migrants seeking to enter the European Union.
Serbian police confirmed that they received the call about the capsized boat in the Danube at around 8:45 p.m. (1845 GMT) on Sunday evening. An investigation is currently underway focusing on suspected illegal border crossing and potential people trafficking activities.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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