Dinghy with 230 migrants crammed on ‘originally had 260 before nearly sinking’… as 3k arrive in Burnham’s first 22 days
- Posted on August 11, 2026
- By The Sun
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In brief
A severely overcrowded inflatable boat carrying approximately 260 migrants departed from France but encountered critical danger mid-crossing when the vessel nearly capsized. The incident resulted in around 30 passengers being ejected into the English Channel waters. Despite this tragedy, 230 migrants successfully reached UK shores, marking a significant arrival surge. This event reflects the escalating migration crisis in the region, with record numbers of people attempting perilous Channel crossings as smuggling operations continue to exploit vulnerable individuals seeking entry to Britain.
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Dinghy with 230 migrants crammed on ‘originally had 260 before nearly sinking’… as 3k arrive in Burnham’s first 22 days
SOME 260 migrants crammed onto the “mega-dinghy” as it left French shores – but 30 were flung into the Channel as the vessel nearly sunk. Despite this, a record-breaking 230 passe…
