Coast Guard Suspends Search for Missing Boat Crew: What We Know
Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has stopped searching for seven crew members of the fishing boat Lily Jean after it sank near Cape Ann, Massachusetts. The vessel went down without sending a distress signal, and only a debris field, one body, and an empty life raft were found.Key Facts
- The Lily Jean sank about 25 miles off Cape Ann, Massachusetts.
- Seven crew members were on board when the incident happened.
- The Coast Guard was alerted by the boat’s emergency beacon, not a mayday call.
- The search covered about 1,000 square miles using aircraft and boats.
- The National Weather Service noted wind speeds of 27 mph and water temperatures of 39 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Only a debris field, one body, and an empty life raft were found during the search.
- The investigation into why the boat sank continues.
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