At least 30 bodies were found on a boat drifting off the coast of Senegal's capital, the military said Monday, as the number of migrants leaving West Africa increases.

At least 30 decomposing bodies have been found on a boat off the coast of Senegal, military authorities say. The navy was informed of a vessel that was adrift about 70km (45 miles) from the capital Dakar,

At least 30 decomposing bodies were discovered on a drifting boat off Dakar, Senegal. As migrant departures rise, similar incidents are becoming increasingly frequent. The cause of death and the boat’s origin are under investigation.

Senegal's military says at least 30 bodies were found on a boat drifting off the coast of Dakar along a route used by migrants.

On September 22, 2024, the discovery of a dug-out canoe with at least 30 bodies was made off the coast about 70km from Dakar. The national navy was informed and Immediately deployed to the area, where the patrol boat towed the vessel to port,

At least 30 decomposing bodies were found on a boat off the coast of Senegal, reported Reuters, citing the Senegalese military. The boat, where the bodies of migrants were discovered, was located about 43 miles from Dakar,