French police in northern France puncture an abandoned inflatable dinghy found on a beach near Gravelines after a failed crossing attempt, as more people arrive in Dover by crossing the English Channel.
According to reports, an officer uses a knife to puncture the inflatable once it is left behind. The incident occurs while crossings continue, with additional asylum seekers reaching Dover after making the sea journey.
Outlets focus on different aspects of the broader situation. The Daily Mail describes the police action at the beach and links it to ongoing arrivals in the UK, while giving limited detail on the circumstances of the dinghy’s occupants. The reports do not indicate whether anyone was detained or injured in connection with the puncturing, nor do they provide information on the number or nationality of those who attempted the crossing.
