Guyanese authorities confirm death of 72 people in sinking of coastal ferry
The death toll from the capsizing of the MV Barima ferry off the coast of Guyana has risen to 72, marking a significant maritime tragedy. Authorities have launched a criminal investigation and detained three individuals, including the captain, as salvage efforts continue.
Why it matters
This incident highlights critical safety and regulatory failures in regional maritime transport, prompting international involvement in the investigation.
Rescuers pick up survivors after the 87-year-old MV Barima capsized off the Essequibo coast. Rescuers pick up survivors after the 87-year-old MV Barima capsized off the Essequibo coast. Guyana Guyanese authorities confirm death of 72 people in sinking of coastal ferry Of the estimated 179 people aboard, 76 were rescued as efforts continue to salvage the ship and recover all bodies
Prefer the Guardian on Google The confirmed death toll from the recent capsizing of a state ferry off Guyana ’s coast has risen to 72, with more bodies recovered as a multinational team struggle to salvage the partially submerged vessel.
Of the estimated 179 people aboard, 76 people were rescued. The government has estimated that 100 may have died in the accident, which would make it the worst marine tragedy on record for the South American nation.
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