Manslaughter Charges Expected as Bayesian Superyacht Recovery Nears

The sunken superyacht Bayesian, which tragically sank off the coast of Sicily on August 19, 2024, killing seven individuals including British billionaire Mike Lynch and his daughter, is set to be raised from the seabed next month. The recovery operation is scheduled to commence on April 26, with expectations that the vessel will be brought to shore by the end of May. Investigations by the UK’s Maritime Coastguard Agency and Sicilian prosecutors are ongoing, with initial findings indicating potential safety issues regarding the yacht. The Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) anticipates publishing an interim report within four to six weeks, following extensive studies on the vessel's stability and the weather conditions during the sinking. Families of the victims have expressed concerns about the yacht's seaworthiness and the owner's legal obligations. The inquest will focus on the circumstances surrounding the deaths of the British nationals and other victims, including American and Canadian individuals.