Huge search operation after passenger ferry sinks off coast of Guyana

4 days ago

Authorities launch criminal investigation after passenger list – showing more than 100 passengers – was found to be inaccurate, complicating rescue efforts

A massive search-and-rescue operation is under way after a ferry sank ⁠off the coast of Guyana in South America ⁠late on Saturday, in what has been described by officials as one of the country’s worst maritime disasters.

Authorities launched a criminal investigation after a government official said the captain and a crew member of the ferry allegedly tested positive for marijuana and the vessel’s passenger manifest was found to be inaccurate.

Continue reading...
Click here to Read More
Previous Article
Oil returns above $90 as Iran hits tankers 
Next Article
Parents were told asbestos in play sand was low risk unless ‘pulverised’. But regulators hadn’t tested it

Related World Updates:

Are you sure? You want to delete this comment..! Remove Cancel

Comments (0)

    Leave a comment