Speedboat capsizes off southern Vietnam, killing 15 tourists
Summary
A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and 4 Vietnamese crew members capsized near Phu Quoc island in southern Vietnam, killing 15 people. The boat overturned shortly after leaving the island, and rescue efforts were hampered by rough seas.Key Facts
- The accident happened less than half a kilometer from shore near Hon May Rut Ngoai island, Phu Quoc, Vietnam.
- The speedboat captain, Nguyen Hong Hai, 57, is detained and under investigation for safety violations.
- 16 survivors were discharged from the hospital and are returning to India; one remains in critical condition.
- All 15 victims were part of a company trip organized by Indian smartphone maker Lava International.
- Initial investigations suggest extreme and sudden weather changes caused the accident.
- Rescue was difficult due to waves up to 10 feet high; nearby boats and Jet Skis helped save survivors.
- Many passengers carried life jackets by hand but had not worn them properly before the boat capsized.
- The Indian Embassy identified the victims' home states: Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.
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