Guyana appoints experts tasked with investigating ferry capsizing that killed dozens
Summary
Guyana’s government has appointed an international team to investigate the sinking of the MV Barima ferry, which killed dozens of passengers in the country’s worst maritime disaster. The team will examine factors like overcrowding, safety measures, and possible negligence to understand what caused the accident.Key Facts
- The MV Barima ferry sank on June 18, 2024, while traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma.
- Around 179 passengers were believed to be on board; 73 bodies have been recovered, and 76 people were rescued.
- The ferry is being salvaged so experts can inspect it.
- A five-person international team will conduct the investigation, including experts from Belize, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago.
- The team will examine passenger management, cargo storage, life-saving equipment, and safety law compliance.
- Three people have been arrested so far, including the captain who tested positive for marijuana.
- Survivors reported the ferry was overloaded and taking in water before sinking.
- The government aims to identify causes like negligence and recommend improvements to prevent future tragedies.
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