Two Men Charged Following Fatal Channel Crossing Incident

British authorities have charged two men in relation to the deaths of five migrants, including a child, during a Channel crossing from France.

Two men, aged 22 from South Sudan and Sudan, face charges of assisting unlawful immigration and illegal entry into the UK.
The tragic incident occurred off the coast of Wimereux, France, where a dinghy carrying over 100 people encountered difficulties.
A court hearing raised doubts about the defendants' ages, leading to an adjournment for further age assessment.
Five victims, including a seven-year-old girl, died in the crossing attempt, with several others rescued by coastguards.
The ongoing investigation involves multiple agencies including the National Crime Agency and French authorities.