Greek coastguard threw migrants overboard: BBC

(ANSA) - BELGRADE, JUN 17 - According to witnesses, the Greek coastguard has caused the death of dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean over the last three years, including nine who were deliberately thrown into the water, the BBC reports today.
    According to a BBC investigation, the nine are among more than 40 people who are believed to have died as a result of being forced out of Greek territorial waters or being returned to sea after reaching Greek islands. "The Greek coastguard told our investigation it strongly rejects all accusations of illegal activities," BBC said. (ANSA).