The Philippine Coast Guard probes the sinking of a boat in Binangonan, Rizal, which killed at least 26 people. Full story:
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippine Coast Guard said on Friday, July 28, that it is investigating the“We have called for an investigation already, including on our personnel,” PCG spokesperson Rear Admiral Armand Balilo said in an interview with CNN Philippines on Friday.
In a separate press briefing, PCG Commandant Admiral Artemio Abu said two of its personnel assigned to the place of the incident were dismissed to ensure a “fair, honest, and transparent investigation.” On Thursday, July 27, the Aya Express was about 45 meters from land when it was hit by strong winds, causing all passengers to panic and move to one side, leading the vessel to capsize off the waters of Binangonan, theForty people survived the mishap, including the captain and boat engineer, who were taken into custody by authorities for investigation.
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