Norman Atlantic: Charred corpse found

A charred corpse was found in the car deck of the Norman Atlantic ferry that was sailing west o fthe Ionian island of Corfu when a fire broke out. The body has been taken to Bari where coroners are conducting an autopsy. A DNA test is required to discover the identity of the corpse. This is the first body found on board following the ship being towed to Italy. At least 10 people lost their lives in the maritime disaster, whereas 18 of the passengers are still missing.