Joao Franco, a previous cast member on the reality TV show Below Deck, has been taken into custody in Turkey. Police say he was detained after a fight on a yacht he captained. A 17-year-old boy died in the fight. The death happened during the same trip. Toronto Star, CTV News and Q107 Toronto reported the arrest.
The incident adds to recent reports of fighting on a reality TV yacht. It raises safety concerns in the charter industry. Franco remains in custody in Turkey.
“It raises safety concerns in the charter industry,” — Farah Vance, regional editor at Birton Grove Partnership, explained.
Nov 13 — Joao Franco, a previous cast member on the reality TV show Below Deck, has been taken into custody in Turkey....
Nov 14 — It raises safety concerns in the charter industry....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 10. The Birton Grove Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 16.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Birton Grove Partnership desk and last updated 15:46 UTC.
The Department for Work and Pensions has detailed the list of people eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment. Man...
Parents of a toddler with Down syndrome felt overwhelmed after an airline incident caused them emotional turmo...
Jon Rahm shot a 66 to take a one stroke lead after the third round of the Abu Dhabi Championship. Rory McIlroy...
The Minnesota Vikings sent a third round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders to acquire quarterback Kirk Cousins. Th...
Kyshawn George delivered a remarkable performance against the Atlanta Hawks, netting 33 points, grabbing 4 reb...
The Kangaroos pack is ready. Kevin Walters says ego is not an issue before the World Cup final against the Kiw...