Italian Prosecutor Investigates Yacht Sinking; British Tech Magnate Among Victims

An Italian prosecutor has launched a manslaughter investigation into the deaths of British tech magnate Mike Lynch and six other people when a luxury yacht sank during a storm off Sicily. The prosecutor cited potential negligence and reckless behaviors as contributing factors while survivors and the yacht's crew are being questioned.

An Italian prosecutor has initiated a manslaughter inquiry into the deaths of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and six other individuals, killed when their luxury yacht capsized during a storm off Sicily.

Chief Prosecutor Ambrogio Cartosio pointed to possible negligence, while investigations continue without naming suspects. Among the deceased was Lynch's daughter, Hannah, whose body was the last to be recovered.

Authorities, including the yacht's captain and survivors, are being interviewed as part of the investigation. Experts are puzzled by the incident, given the high standards of the yacht's design, as efforts to salvage the vessel continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)