The Bayesian superyacht sank off the coast of Sicily on August 19, 2024, resulting in the deaths of seven people, including billionaire Mike Lynch and his daughter Hannah. Initial reports suggested a storm caused the disaster, but an investigation contradicts this assumption.
As of midday, preliminary findings indicate that improper actions by the crew led to the sinking. The weather conditions at the time were described as “little more than a squall,” not severe enough to warrant such a tragedy.
The yacht was struck by a waterspout while anchored off Porticello. At the time of the incident, there were 22 people on board.
Key details of the investigation:
- The sinking resulted in seven fatalities, including Mike and Hannah Lynch.
- Charges of negligent shipwreck and multiple counts of manslaughter are being considered against the captain and crew members.
- The yacht was recovered ten months later in a multi-million pound operation.
Mike Lynch’s family expressed their condolences, saying their thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragedy. Hiscox Ltd confirmed that its Chair, Jonathan Bloomer, and his wife Judy also perished in the incident.