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Fatal Accident on Combination Vessel in Duisburg's Schwelgern Harbor

In a tragic incident, a 42-year-old helmsman lost his life on a combination vessel at the Schwelgern harbor in Duisburg early on August 22.

The accident occurred around 3:45 AM, according to information transmitted by Police Duisburg via news aktuell. Personnel from the Water Police and the works fire department's rescue service were present at the scene.

The helmsman was found lifeless in a hatch below deck by the ship's captain. The responding emergency doctor could only confirm the death of the helmsman.

At the time of the incident, the helmsman was performing maneuvering operations and a coupling procedure on the Dutch ship. The exact cause of the accident is not specified in the provided details.

The Central Criminal Investigation Department of the WSP (ZKK) is leading the investigation into the cause of the helmsman's death. The investigatory body of the Central Criminal Police Office (Zentralkriminalamt) Duisburg in this case has not been explicitly named in the search results.

The relevant professional association has been informed about the incident. No information is given about any potential investigations into the accident.

Journalists with further questions should contact the Press Office of Police Duisburg. Their phone numbers are 0203 280 -1041, -1045, -1046, -1047, and the fax number is 0203 280 1049. Alternatively, emails can be sent to [email protected]. Outside of office hours, journalists can contact Police Duisburg at 0203 2800.

The website for Police Duisburg is https://duisburg.polizei.nrw. The public is advised to visit this site for more information as it becomes available.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.