A 59-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter following the catastrophic collision between two vessels in the North Sea, police have confirmed.
In a brief statement, Humberside Police said:
“A 59-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the North Sea collision. Our investigation into this tragic incident is ongoing.”
Aftermath Captured in Striking Aerial Images
Fresh aerial footage of the two ships shows the devastating impact of the collision. The Solong appears heavily charred, with flames still visible, while the Stena Immaculate has suffered significant hull damage but is no longer ablaze.
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Maritime safety authorities are now assessing whether either vessel is at risk of sinking and are monitoring the environmental impact of the fire and wreckage.
Calls for Maritime Safety Review
The incident has sparked renewed calls for a comprehensive review of safety protocols in congested shipping lanes, particularly in the North Sea, one of the world’s busiest maritime corridors.
