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US Politics | Brit killed & 6 injured in yacht crash after boat smashes into rock while trying to avoid another vessel in Italy

A BRIT has died after a luxury yacht hit rocks close to a resort in Sardinia, Italy. The casualty, a 63-year-old man from England, was alive when coastguard rescuers managed to board the stricken vessel off Porto Cervo. GettyA 63-year-old British man has died in a yachting tragedy '/ ' Tragically, however, he could not be saved, and died at the scene. Six other people have been injured in the horror accident. Officials say the man was fatally injured when a 70ft yacht ploughed into rocks just off the coastline. It's understood he may be the owner of the boat, La Stampa reports. Read more on world news GRIM FIND Chilling moment suspect flees before mum's dead body is found next to crying baby 'POISON' HELL Putin's pal rushed to hospital in 'suspected poisoning' after fleeing Russia Medics rushed to the shoreline to help the other casualties, two of whom are in a serious condition in hospital. The accident happened at around 8.40pm while the group was sailing in front of the Li Nibani islands. It's understood the yacht may have suddenly swerved to avoid a collision with another boat. The vessel partly sunk after striking the rocks. Most read in The US Sun MORE MONEY Nine direct payments and relief checks worth up to $1,700 going out in August CAFFEINE FREE? Kourtney drops ANOTHER clue she is pregnant with Travis Barker's baby HOME HELP I'm an interior design pro - three things that are making your house look cheap 'SCREWED UP' Jeopardy! fans say show will NOT admit they made 'mistake' after player's loss DOTING MOM Duggar fans 'cringe' as Michelle shaves son Josh's neck in resurfaced clip GET A CLUE Duggar fans slam Jim Bob as 'clueless' as he attempts to discipline grandkids It has been recovered and towed to Porto Cervo. Officials have impounded it for further investigation. The site of the crash is also being guarded by the coastguard tonight. Read More on The Sun JUNK SWAPS I'm a dietician - here's the worst menu picks at McDonald's, KFC & Domino's

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