Tragic fishing trip in Lofoten leaves family in mourning
A Swedish family’s arranged fishing excursion in the Lofoten archipelago ended in a devastating tragedy. A ten-metre boat, carrying four adults and two children, is reported to have capsized for reasons not yet established. Authorities say the incident occurred while the group was on a guided fishing trip off the Norwegian coast.
What happened
According to Nordic Sea Angling, the company behind the trip, the eleven-year-old girl was inside the boat’s cabin with another child and the tour guide when the vessel overturned. The guide managed to rescue the other child, but the girl remained trapped inside the cabin. Drowning or entrapment is suspected, and divers later located the girl’s body at a depth of about 25 metres, alongside the boat’s cabin that had separated from the hull after the accident.
Rescue and ongoing investigation
Rescue operations began immediately after the incident. On Sunday, a Norwegian coast guard vessel was brought in to assist with search and eventual recovery work. The young girl’s body and the wreckage of the boat’s cabin were recovered with the help of this vessel, as reported by Nordlands politidistrikt. The family has been informed of the tragedy.
Identities and connections
All five adults and two children on the trip are said to be from Sweden. The boat’s guide is also a Swedish citizen, residing in Norway. The girl and her family are residents of Jämtland in Sweden. Östersundsposten notes that the girl’s school has activated crisis support for those affected by the loss.
What investigators are saying
Nordland’s police district stated that they will continue the inquiry to determine what may have caused the boat to capsize. While a large wave was reportedly involved at the stern, officials have not yet confirmed a definite cause. Authorities emphasise the importance of a thorough investigation to provide answers and to clarify safety factors for future trips along the region’s coast.
Community impact and next steps
The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the Swedish community connected to the group, as well as the broader Nordic fishing and tourism sectors. The case remains active as investigators examine vessel stability, weather conditions, and other potential risk factors. The family and community await further updates as the Nordland police work to establish a clear account of the sequence of events.
