Friedrichshafen: Sailors disappeared mysteriously - police asks for witnesses!

Friedrichshafen: Sailors disappeared mysteriously - police asks for witnesses!

On Friday afternoon, December 3, 2024, two men broke up with their dinghy cruiser from the port of Seemoos in Friedrichshafen to take part in the regatta "Iron 2024" in Constance. But a dramatic misfortune led to the boat never reaching its goal. The two sailors were reported missing, whereupon a comprehensive search was started. This was initially unsuccessful, and on Friday evening there was no trace of the men and their boat. The capsized dinghy cruiser was only discovered on Saturday morning, followed by the shocking find of the two men, who were found in the water in front of Münsterlingen in Switzerland. The exact circumstances of her death are unclear why the German water protection police are now asking for information from the population.

The dinghy cruiser, a boat made of wood, traditionally enjoys great popularity among sailors and has a long history. According to reports from yachtportmuseum.de , the history of this type of boat goes back to over a century before when the first models appeared in the Märkische waters for Berlin. The type "Jollenkreuzer" combines the stability of a sword boat with the amenities of a small yacht. The designers placed particular emphasis on a spacious cabin, which is why dinghy cruisers were designed especially for longer trips and overnight stays. They also owe their popularity to their ability to cross flat waters that are impassable for other ships.

call to search for witness

The water protection police informs that the boat was sought with a striking yellow spinner sail was equipped with a skull design and was finally spotted at Fischbach. Interested witnesses who have information about the condition or viewing of the dinghy cruiser on Friday afternoon can contact the phone number +49 7531 59020. The dramatic tragedy of these two men raises numerous questions, while the search for further witnesses is continued.