MV Barima

Guyana police filed murder charges against ferry captain Kevin Price, chief mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and cargo superintendent Delon Granderson following a ferry capsizing that killed over 70 people and left 30 missing. The government established an international commission to investigate the MV Barima's sinking, with survivors reporting overcrowding and leaks. The prime minister stated the ferry will likely remain submerged.

Guyana's government appointed an international team of experts to investigate the capsizing of the 87-year-old MV Barima ferry, which killed dozens in June 2026. The inquiry will examine potential negligence, overcrowding, and safety violations, with three individuals already arrested, including the captain who tested positive for marijuana.

A capsized 87-year-old state ferry in Guyana resulted in 72 confirmed deaths, with 76 rescued and an estimated 100 potential fatalities, making it the nation's worst marine disaster. A multinational team salvages the vessel while a criminal investigation has detained three individuals, including the captain and crew members. Survivors allege the ferry was overloaded despite official claims of compliance with capacity limits.

A capsized ferry in Guyana has resulted in 72 confirmed deaths, with 76 rescued and an estimated 100 total fatalities. The 87-year-old MV Barima was en route to Port Kaituma when it capsized, leading to a criminal investigation and detentions, including the captain and crew members. Survivors claim the vessel was overloaded despite government claims of compliance with capacity limits.

Guyana ordered an independent inquiry after the MV Barima ferry capsized, resulting in 65 deaths. The incident occurred in Guyana and is being investigated.

At least 53 people died when the MV Barima ferry capsized off the coast of Guyana in South America. Rescue efforts are ongoing following the disaster.

A ferry capsized in Guyana with 179 people aboard, resulting in at least 27 deaths, including four children, and leaving many missing. Survivors described chaotic scenes and a swift sinking, while authorities investigate illegal overloading and crew drug use. Rescue efforts are transitioning to recovery operations.

A ferry capsized off Guyana, resulting in at least 27 deaths and 83 people missing, according to Prime Minister Mark Phillips. Sixty-nine passengers were rescued after the MV Barima overturned while traveling from Georgetown to the Essequibo region.

A ferry in Guyana capsized after being suspected of being overloaded, with at least 32 rescued passengers not listed on the manifest. A criminal investigation is underway, including tests revealing marijuana use by the captain and a crew member. The government is probing safety violations and manifest inaccuracies.

An ageing ferry carrying more than 100 people capsized off the coast of Guyana, with 67 passengers saved and 66 still missing, according to officials. The ferry MV Barima was traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma in the Essequibo region when the incident occurred.

A ferry named MV Barima capsized near the Pomeroon River in Guyana, carrying 116 people. As of Sunday, 67 passengers, including 15 children, have been rescued, and search efforts continue. Guyanese officials, including Prime Minister Mark Phillips, are leading the response.

A ferry carrying 116 people capsized off Guyana's Pomeroon River, with 67 passengers, including 15 children, rescued so far. The MV Barima was traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it overturned, prompting a search-and-rescue operation involving state and private boats. Authorities reported the vessel was equipped with life jackets and rafts, but no details on fatalities or ongoing search progress were provided.

A ferry carrying 116 people capsized off Guyana's Pomeroon River, with 67 rescued, including 15 children. The MV Barima was en route from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it capsized, prompting a search and rescue operation involving state and private boats.

A ferry named MV Barima capsized near the Pomeroon River in Guyana, carrying 116 people, with 53 rescued so far. The Guyanese government, led by Prime Minister Mark Phillips and Public Works Minister Juan Edghill, is conducting a search-and-rescue operation involving state and private boats.