An investigation has been launched after around 70 migrants were killed in brutal 'sea executions' as they attempted to reach the Canary Islands .

According to reports, some of them were murdered , with their bodies being thrown into the Atlantic Ocean. Survivors claim some of the migrants were shot after the boat suffered from engine issues. The boat was also experiencing overloading.

Spanish news website Okdiario, claimed between 20 and 30 migrants are being investigated on suspicion of carrying out the murders. They are said to be in refugee centres at this time. It has been reported that the victims were accused of stealing water, before they were accused of witchcraft as the supplies became low onboard.

The site also said detectives were “close to making the first arrests” ov

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