Two women and a young child have died trying to cross the English Channel, French authorities have revealed. Several more have also been injured after their boat got into difficulty in the Channel.
Details of the incident
The victims were part of a group attempting the crossing in a mega-dinghy when the vessel capsized. Dozens more migrants were severely injured in the incident, according to reports.
Ongoing response
French authorities have confirmed the deaths but have not yet released further details. This is a breaking story, and more information is expected to follow.
