Investigation of marine accident involving a rental boat in Bergsfjorden in Loppa municipality
The Norwegian Safety Investigation Authority has decided to investigate a marine accident involving a rental boat that occurred on 19 May 2025 in Bergsfjorden. Two tourist anglers from Lithuania were on board when the vessel capsized. A rescue operation was launched, during which one person was rescued, while the other lost their life as a result of the accident.
Latest update: 23.06.2025
Facts
| Location | Bergsfjorden in Loppa municipality |
| Occurrence date | 19.05.2025 |
| Accident category | Capsize |
| Area | Norwegian Territorial Waters |
| Name of vessel | Fritidsbåt/utleiebåt |
| Accident type | Fatal Accident, Capsize, Loss of stability |
| Vessel type | Misc. Ship |