A BOATLOAD of 77 suspected asylum seekers has been intercepted near Ashmore Reef off Australia’s northwest coast.
The vessel is believed to be carrying 73 passengers and four crew – the group will be transferred to Christmas Island where they will undergo health and security checks.
It is the 13th boat carrying suspected asylum seekers to be [...]
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Navy intercepts packed asylum boat
Posted in News, Political news, tagged asylum, Australia, navy, security on May 24, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
