Nearly 150 passengers forced to jump into sea as pirate tour boat sinks in Turkey
Rescue boats evacuated all passengers and crew safely, and authorities reported no injuries as the operator said trips will continue on another vessel.
- On Friday, the 'Big Boss Diamond' pirate-themed boat sank near Paradise Island, Turkey, carrying 148 people including Brit holidaymakers and 20 children.
- Marketed as a 'family party boat' and the largest of its kind in Turkey, the vessel offered tours with unlimited drinks for a £35 fee.
- Passengers jumped into the sea as the vessel began taking on water in Akvaryum Bay and sank within an hour; some claimed the engine caught alight.
- The Mugla Governorship reported that rescue teams coordinated evacuation with nearby boats' support, confirming no casualties, injuries, or health problems occurred.
- In an Instagram message, the boat operator wrote: 'Dear guests and friends, thank you very much for asking and worrying about us,' pledging to continue trips with the 'Big Boss Yagna.
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Dramatic scenes unfolded off the Turkish resort of Marmaris when the tourist boat Bigboss Diamond suddenly began to sink. There were 110 people on board – but thanks to a quick rescue operation, everyone was evacuated before the boat disappeared beneath the surface.
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Nearly 150 passengers forced to jump into sea as pirate tour boat sinks in Turkey
A pirate-themed party ship sank off the coast of Turkey with nearly 150 people aboard, including 20 children. Here's what we know. (Photocreo Bednarek - stock.adobe)
148 People, Including 20 Children, Forced to Jump into Sea as Pirate-Themed Party Boat Sinks
Footage of the terrifying incident shows the vessel leaning to one side before sinkingA rescue mission at sea (stock image)Credit: GettyNEED TO KNOWA pirate-themed tourist boat carrying 148 people, including 20 children, sank off the coast of Turkey on May 29Passengers were forced to jump into the sea while they waited for rescue crews, who brought everyone safely ashoreDramatic videos shared online showed the vessel leaning to one side and sink…
There were approximately 20 children on board the ship - All passengers were rescued without serious injuries
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