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Body of a child recovered from sea off Cycladic island

Body of a child recovered from sea off Cycladic island

The body of a child, estimated to have been 12 to 15 years old, were recovered from the sea near the Cycladic island of Iraklia on Friday.

The remains, which were in an advanced state of decay, were spotted by a passing sailing boat. With the assistance of the local emergency services, the body was removed to the local health center, where an autopsy will be carried out.

Port officials are investigating.

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