Another asylum seeker boat intercepted

Authorities have intercepted a boat carrying 53 suspected asylum seekers and two crew near Christmas Island.

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Published 13 May 2010 12:10pm

Updated 24 February 2015 2:52pm

Source: AAP

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HMAS Glenelg, operating under the control of Border Protection Command, intercepted the boat on Thursday morning.

The group will be transferred to Christmas Island where they will undergo security, identity and health checks. Their reasons for travel will also be established.

It is the third boat intercepted since Tuesday.

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