Mexico: Eight Chinese migrants found dead on beach

Officials report that the remains of eight Chinese citizens were discovered on a shoreline in the Mexican state of Oaxaca following a boat overturning. The incident occurred on Friday along a common path used by undocumented migrants aiming to reach the United States.

Among the deceased were seven females and one male who embarked on the voyage from Chiapas state, situated on the border with Guatemala, on Thursday. Only one person managed to survive the ordeal, while details regarding the fate of the boat’s operator remain unclear.

The prosecutor’s office in Oaxaca disclosed that the bodies were recovered near Playa Vicente. Investigations into the cause of the accident are underway, and collaboration with the Chinese embassy in Mexico is ongoing to establish the identities of the victims.

The influx of migrants attempting to cross into the US from Mexico has shown a steady rise in recent years, with over 6.3 million individuals estimated to have entered illegally since 2021.