North Cypriot leader says 2 more bodies were recovered from ferry wreckage
Summary
Two more bodies were found from a sunken ferry off northern Cyprus, raising the confirmed death toll to 12 with 16 people still missing. The ferry, carrying 267 people, sank after leaving Kyrenia, and search crews, including Turkish navy vessels with submersibles, are continuing to look for survivors.Key Facts
- The ferry named Filo Jet sank near Kyrenia, northern Cyprus, while heading to Tasucu, Turkey.
- The ship had 267 passengers and crew on board when it capsized.
- So far, 12 bodies have been recovered, including two women found most recently.
- Sixteen people remain missing after the disaster.
- Search efforts involve Turkish navy ships with special small submarines to reach the wreck 550 meters deep.
- Survivors said the ferry started tipping and taking water after loud noises from below decks caused panic.
- Eight crew members and a director from the ferry’s company are in custody, and others are being investigated.
- Northern Cyprus is recognized only by Turkey and has a significant Turkish military presence since a split in Cyprus in 1974.
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