Ferry Turns Back After 26 Stowaways Found in Freezer Container

A DFDS Roll-on/Roll-off ferry was forced to return to port after 26 stowaways were discovered hiding inside a refrigerated container. The vessel, Britannia Seaways, had set sail from the Netherlands, bound for Felixstowe.

Emergency Services Swarm Ferry on Return to Port

The group of stowaways was found by a crew member performing a routine vehicle check at the rear of the refrigerated container. A large number of emergency services rushed to the scene once the ferry docked.

Status of Stowaways Unknown

Details on the condition of the stowaways remain unclear. Authorities are currently assessing the situation as investigations continue.

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