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Guyana says capsized ferry had 179 people aboard as survivor describes a chaotic sinking
At least 69 people were rescued and 27 bodies recovered as officials investigate possible overcrowding and illegal loading aboard the MV Barima.
- On Saturday, the 87-year-old ferry MV Barima sank off Guyana's Essequibo coast, killing at least 41 people and rescuing 77 others. Authorities now believe 179 people were aboard, far exceeding the official manifest of 116 passengers and 17 crew.
- Public Works Minister Juan Edghill suspended management staff amid suspicions of illegal loading. Passengers have long complained that ticket clerks unofficially sell extra seats for cash, a practice potentially explaining the severe overcrowding.
- Testing confirmed the captain and at least one other crew member tested positive for marijuana and remain in police custody. International rescue teams, including divers from French Guiana, arrived to assist as operations shifted toward recovery.
- At a hospital in the coastal town of Charity, dozens of relatives gathered to identify loved ones. Survivor Helena Moonsammy recounted the ship sinking in an instant, saying she lost four grandchildren in the chaotic disaster.
- President Irfaan Ali urged citizens to "brace yourself for the coming days," warning of a difficult period ahead. Authorities are reviewing the vessel's maintenance history, as the ship was scheduled for major repairs in October before capsizing.
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According to estimates by the Authorities, there were 179 people on board the ship - The search and rescue operation continues
·Marousi, Greece
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A ferry with about 180 people on board has sunk off the coast of Guyana. The authorities have confirmed numerous deaths, the rescue forces are still looking for missing persons. The cause of the accident is still unclear.
·Hamburg, Germany
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Dozens of people are still missing following the accident that occurred late Saturday night.
·Helsinki, Finland
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The authorities believe that up to 179 people were travelling on board exceeding the permitted limit, without having included them in the ship manifest.
·Vicente López, Argentina
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Leaning Left14Leaning Right9Center10Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Left
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