In a tragic incident reported from Stockholm, a Swedish high school student has died in an accident while on a school trip to the Canary Islands, Spain.

The student, belonging to a sailing high school, was part of a class trip that included sailing and regular lessons aboard a school vessel.

The accident occurred onboard the boat, as confirmed by the school's principal and the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs.

The student's next of kin have been notified, and the school is now coordinating with a crisis team to support the students and staff affected by this tragic event.

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is assisting with the situation and providing support to the bereaved family.