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Lifeboat crews sent 'threats' during migrant rescue

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An RNLI vessel, predominantly orange in colour, is pictured from the side at night time as it moves through water. Buildings can be seen on the shore in the background. More than a dozen people can be seen gathered around the edge of the boat, many of them wearing hi-viz orange ponchos.

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Investigation launched after lifeboat volunteers receive threats during migrant rescue

Overview

An investigation is underway after Hampshire police received reports of four suspicious broadcast messages containing threats transmitted over VHF radio to lifeboat volunteers in Portsmouth Harbour. The incident occurred during a rescue operation where 149 migrants were brought ashore in Gosport by the RNLI and a French vessel. Local rescue services and the Home Office condemned the abuse, while police and the RNLI coordinate to address the inappropriate use of maritime communications.

Key points

  • An investigation has been launched following 'disgusting threats' made via VHF radio to lifeboat volunteers during a migrant rescue operation.
  • Hampshire police reported four suspicious broadcast messages transmitted in Portsmouth Harbour between Sunday night and Monday evening.
  • The Home Office confirmed that 149 migrants were rescued in a mid-Channel operation and brought ashore to Gosport by the RNLI and a French vessel.
  • Gosport and Fareham Inshore Rescue Service described the threats as 'abhorrent' and emphasised that crews should be able to work without fear of violence.
  • The RNLI stated it is working closely with Hampshire police to ensure robust action is taken against those who inappropriately use VHF radio to threaten crews.
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