Mauritania’s coast guard says at least 49 died when a boat carrying migrants capsized this week
Summary
At least 49 people died and about 100 are missing after a boat carrying migrants from Gambia capsized near Mauritania. The boat had 160 people on board, mostly from Gambia and Senegal, and tipped over when passengers moved seeing lights on the shore. Rescuers have found 17 survivors so far.Key Facts
- A boat capsized off the coast of Mheijrat, Mauritania, carrying migrants.
- The boat originally came from Gambia and had 160 people on board.
- 49 bodies have been found, and nearly 100 people are still missing.
- 17 people have been rescued from the incident.
- The boat capsized after migrants moved to one side upon seeing nearby lights.
- Mauritania's waters are frequently used by migrants trying to reach Europe.
- Mauritania signed a financial agreement with the European Union to deter migration through its waters.
- Human rights groups have accused Mauritania of mistreatment of migrants.
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