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British Yachtsman Arrested on Attempted Murder Charges After Tagus River Row

His yacht has been seized under domestic violence inquiries after the May 30 incident.

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Overview

  • The 60-year-old British sailor was arrested hours after the May 30 incident near Oeiras and remanded in custody.
  • He is under investigation for attempted murder and domestic violence over the alleged river assault.
  • A passing boat crew rescued his non-swimmer partner from the River Tagus and she was hospitalized.
  • Public prosecutors say the couple had lived together on his yacht for about a year before the row.
  • Portuguese authorities have seized the yacht as they continue to gather evidence.