A superyacht capsized during a storm off the coast of Sicily, killing seven people including British tech magnate Mike Lynch and his daughter. Prosecutors in Italy have opened an investigation into culpable shipwreck and multiple manslaughter, focusing on various elements of responsibility.
Key Points
Superyacht capsized during a storm off the coast of Sicily
Seven people, including British tech magnate Mike Lynch and daughter, were killed
Investigation focuses on ship's captain, crew, ship-builder, and others for possible manslaughter charges
Main question is how a supposedly “unsinkable” vessel sank while nearby sailboat was largely unscathed
Pros
Detailed investigation into the causes of the tragedy
Efforts to determine various elements of responsibility