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Horror as sharks circle and attack survivors of capsized boat with 11 still missing as desperate search continues
The Sun • • nation
Key Points:
- A boat carrying 27 people capsized off the coast of Baja California after departing from Mexico, prompting a mayday call around 1am on Friday.
- The US Coast Guard rescued 16 Mexican nationals, several of whom suffered severe shark bite injuries while waiting hours for rescue.
- Rescue efforts continue for 11 missing individuals, with assistance from the US Navy, Mexican Navy, and multiple aircraft scanning the area.
- The incident occurred outside US waters in a known smuggling route also used by leisure and fishing vessels.
- All survivors have been taken to San Diego, where Customs and Border Protection is conducting interviews and investigations.
