Eight presumed dead after vessel capsizes

A schoolboy, his father and six other crewmen were presumed dead tonight after rescuers called off the search for survivors of a capsized oil rig vessel.

A schoolboy, his father and six other crewmen were presumed dead tonight after rescuers called off the search for survivors of a capsized oil rig vessel.

The 15-year-old boy, who was on work experience with his father, were understood to be among those lost in the Bourbon Dolphin, which overturned yesterday afternoon 75 miles north west of Shetland.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

185 years of the Irish Examiner

185th
Anniversary Offer

Six months of digital access for €18.50

No obligation. Ts&Cs apply.

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited