Sunken Bayesian Salvage Spurs Dispute, Death Toll Rises

Salvage crews have recovered the main boom and anchor from the superyacht Bayesian, which sank off Sicily in August 2024, resulting in the deaths of British billionaire Mike Lynch, his daughter Hannah, and seven others. The boom was raised using advanced underwater robotics after a fatal accident that claimed the life of a Dutch diver during salvage attempts. The wreck remains at a depth of over 160 feet, with preparations underway for a full lift using one of Europe’s most powerful maritime cranes. The recovery effort is closely scrutinized as British and Italian authorities dispute the cause of the sinking: British reports suggest structural failure, while Italian officials await a full examination of the ship. Criminal investigations are ongoing into both the yacht sinking and the diver's death, with the captain and crew under scrutiny. Authorities are also working to secure the vessel's tank vents to prevent pollution, and no environmental breaches have been reported.