Bodies of missing French fishermen recovered following Channel sinking
Prosecutors confirm the recovery of two French fishermen following the sinking of their trawler in the Channel.
By Europa Express6 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CETUpdated 6 Sep 2026 · 07:00 CET
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The bodies of two French fishermen who had been missing following the sinking of their trawler in the Channel have been recovered, according to statements from prosecutors on Saturday.
The discovery marks a tragic conclusion to the search operation for the crew members after their vessel went down.
Further details regarding the circumstances of the sinking and the identity of the fishermen were not immediately released by authorities following the announcement.