Swedish prosecutors seek remand for captain after fatal collision near Tjörn

Swedish prosecutors have requested the pre-trial detention of the captain of a Norwegian cargo ship following a fatal collision off the island of Tjörn.

The incident occurred on July 28, resulting in the deaths of two individuals aboard a smaller vessel. The Swedish Prosecution Authority confirmed that it has formally asked a court to remand the captain of the Norwegian-flagged Misje Verde in custody as investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Swedish authorities opened a formal inquiry into potential negligence and violations of maritime safety regulations shortly after the collision took place.

Sources: TV 2 Nyheter