Sunken Fishing Boat Discovered Near Sozopol: Search for Crew Continues

20.02.2026 | Region

The location where the missing fishing boat sank between Sozopol and Primorsko has been found. The Navy discovered the vessel at a depth of 40 meters. The search for the three fishermen who were on board is ongoing.

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The sunken fishing boat was found on the seabed about 5 km from the coast, between Sozopol and Primorsko. This happened on the third day of the search, after a specialized team from the naval forces surveyed the bottom. A signal of an oil slick in the area where the ship disappeared, given by volunteers, guided the search.

Water drones were used in the search, and then the diving team of the naval forces. The divers confirmed that the ship is at a depth of 40 meters. Due to underwater currents and lack of visibility, the inspection was partial. A repeated inspection is forthcoming.

The search for the three-member crew continues.