Eight Bodies Found on Turkish Coast, Suspected to be Migrants from Missing Boat
Turkish authorities investigate as bodies wash up on Antalya coast, including at a popular vacation resort.
- Eight bodies have been found washed up on the coast of Antalya, Turkey, including two at a vacation resort in Serik.
- One of the bodies is believed to be a Turkish citizen who was reported missing, while the other seven are thought to be migrants from a boat that disappeared off the Syria-Lebanon border last month.
- The boat was reportedly carrying around 90 people, including 30 children, and was headed for Cyprus.
- Authorities believe the victims may have been dragged towards the Antalya coastline due to currents, winds and waves.
- Another boat, carrying 50 to 60 people, also lost contact after leaving Lebanon last week.