Cyprus Times

Tragedy in Ikaria: A 4-Year-Old Boy and a Woman Dead from Migrant Shipwreck

Published January 24, 2026, 21:00
Tragedy in Ikaria: A 4-Year-Old Boy and a Woman Dead from Migrant Shipwreck

A tragic shipwreck off the coast of Ikaria has resulted in the deaths of a four-year-old boy and a woman, after approximately 50 migrants were landed on a rocky shore. Their bodies were located by the Coast Guard, which continues its search for any other missing persons. The vessel had left the passengers near the rocks, but some were unable to reach the shore due to the difficult conditions. The search and rescue operation is being aided by good weather and involves Coast Guard vessels, a patrol boat, a private boat, and a helicopter from the Air Force. Among the survivors are women and children.