Police given more time to question the captain of a container ship following North Sea collision
It happened on Monday
Humberside Police have been given more time to question a man arrested in connection with a collision between a tanker and a cargo vessel in the North Sea just off the Humber Estuary.
The incident happened on Monday.
A 59-year-old man remains in custody having been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the collision.
Detective Chief Superintendent Craig Nicholson said:
“An extension has been granted by the Magistrates’ Court to detain the man in custody for a further 36-hours.
“Detectives are continuing to question him following his arrest on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the collision.
“Extensive lines of enquiry by police into any potential criminal offences which arise from the collision between the two vessels are ongoing, whilst partner agencies continue their own assessments of the incident.
“Family liaison officers are supporting the family of the crew member who is missing, believed deceased, and our thoughts remain with them.”
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