Out of the 55 people on board, a heartbreaking loss of life was reported, with 51 individuals tragically losing their lives. Four survivors were rescued and subsequently hospitalized.
Helena Maleno, a representative from the non-governmental organization (NGO) Caminando Fronteras, shared the distressing news on her Twitter account.
She revealed that the ill-fated boat departed from the shores of Tan Tan city in southern Morocco. Among the victims, 11 were women and 3 were children.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the perilous journey undertaken by irregular migrants seeking a better life, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive solutions to address this humanitarian crisis. (ILKHA)