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Albanian Nationals Arrested After Boat Arrival at Mylor Harbour
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Incident Overview
Shortly before 3 a.m. on September 27, a small powerboat docked at Mylor Harbour near Falmouth, Cornwall. Police were alerted that a number of individuals disembarked from the vessel and entered a van that subsequently left the harbour area. Local observers reported that the boat, described as a 33-ft yacht, may have been carrying up to 20 people, with many fleeing into the darkness after the arrival.
Authorities’ Response
Devon and Cornwall Police deployed officers to the scene and, together with the HM Coastguard, secured the harbour. A Coastguard search-and-rescue helicopter was observed over the site around 5:20 a.m. The police confirmed that Immigration Enforcement has taken over the investigation, limiting further comment on operational details.
Arrests and Ongoing Investigation
Two Albanian men were arrested on suspicion of immigration offences. Police later indicated that a total of ten individuals have been detained, and an additional person believed to be under 18 was referred to social services. All further investigative actions remain under the remit of Immigration Enforcement.
Local Reports and Unverified Claims
Residents claimed that as many as 18 people entered the van and left the harbour, suggesting a larger group than the two arrests indicate. Video footage posted online shows flashing lights above the harbour, corroborating the presence of emergency services, but the exact number of migrants on the boat has not been independently verified.
Verbatim Quotes
- “HM Coastguard assisted Devon and Cornwall Police with an incident on Sunday morning (27 September).” — Home Office spokesperson
- “We were called shortly before 3am on Sunday 27 September following a report of a number of individuals exiting a boat at Mylor Harbour, entering a van and then leaving the area.” — Cornwall Police
