BBC on French beach as police slash migrant 'taxi-boat' heading to UK
Summary
French police slashed an inflatable boat with migrants on board off a beach in France. This rare action suggests new tactics in response to increased attempts by migrants to reach the UK by boat.Key Facts
- French police acted on a beach near Boulogne, France.
- They used knives to deflate an inflatable boat carrying migrants.
- Normally, French police do not enter the sea to avoid endangering lives.
- The boat had very few passengers when it approached the shore.
- The situation became chaotic as many people tried to board the boat.
- Police typically only enter the water for rescue operations.
- After deflating the boat, migrants collected their belongings and left the beach.
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