Two Stowaways Found on School Coach Returning from France
Police have launched an investigation after two men were discovered hiding in the luggage hold of a school coach carrying Year 9 and 10 pupils.
Discovered as Children Unloaded from Coach
The men, believed to be illegal immigrants in their early 20s, were found concealed during unloading after a three-day school trip to Boulogne University, near Calais. The startling discovery happened at Hounsdown School in Totton just before 5:15 pm on Saturday, February 10.
Parents Shocked as Children’s Luggage Damaged
One anonymous parent called the incident “horrendous,” revealing that her son’s suitcase was soaked in urine and crushed under one of the men. The distress caused to the children was profound.
Police Respond but No Arrests Made
Hampshire police arrived promptly at the scene. Despite the alarming nature of the find, no arrests were made. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities assess the circumstances.
