Fifth Body Found in Search for Those Missing from Sunken Superyacht
Italian authorities have discovered a fifth body in the search for individuals missing from the 'Bayesian' superyacht, which sank off Sicily's coast during a violent storm. The yacht, carrying 22 people, capsized after its mast broke, leading to the recovery of four bodies earlier in the day. Among the missing are notable figures, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and his daughter.
Rescue efforts have been complicated by the wreck's depth and the challenging conditions divers face. Eyewitness accounts and security footage reveal the yacht's rapid sinking, attributed to a waterspout. Investigators are examining the incident, which is considered a rare occurrence, to understand how the vessel sank so quickly.
The UK’s Marine Accident Investigation Branch is sending inspectors to assess the situation, while search operations continue as hopes of finding survivors diminish.