Authorities in the Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis are investigating the deaths of 19 people who were found aboard a drifting vessel.

Authorities in the eastern Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis are investigating the circumstances that led to the discovery of at least 19 bodies found drifting at sea.

Authorities in the eastern Caribbean nation of St. Kitts and Nevis said Thursday they are investigating the circumstances that led to the discovery of at least 19 bodies found drifting at sea.

Authorities in St. Kitts and Nevis are investigating a mysterious vessel found drifting at sea, containing at least 19 decomposed bodies. The vessel, believed to have originated from West Africa, presents challenges for identification due to the advanced decomposition.