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Dozens feared dead after passenger ferry sinks off coast of Guyana
CNN • • general
Key Points:
- A ferry carrying 133 people capsized off the coast of Guyana, with 67 survivors rescued but dozens feared dead; no survivors have been found since Sunday afternoon.
- Authorities revealed inaccuracies in the passenger list and confirmed that the captain and some crew members tested positive for marijuana, potentially contributing to the disaster.
- The ferry, MV Barima, capsized about 7 miles from shore while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma, and rescue efforts have been expanded with specialized vessels and divers.
- The ferry had undergone maintenance in 2024 and was due for dry docking later this year; it was licensed for over 300 passengers and equipped with life jackets and rafts.
- An investigation has been launched into possible negligence and criminal wrongdoing involving police, defense, and maritime officials, with promises of legal accountability for those responsible.
