Death Toll Rises to 72 After Ferry Capsizes Off Guyana Coast
The death toll has risen to 72 following the capsizing of a state ferry, the MV Barima, off the coast of Guyana. International crews are working to salvage the partially submerged vessel, which was traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 23, 2026 —
The number of fatalities has climbed to 72 following the capsizing of the state ferry MV Barima off the coast of Guyana. The vessel was en route from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it sank, leaving a significant number of people unaccounted for.
International crews are currently engaged in efforts to salvage the partially submerged ferry. The MV Barima was carrying an estimated 179 individuals at the time of the incident. Rescue operations have successfully saved 76 people. Authorities have confirmed that 72 individuals have died, with search and recovery efforts ongoing.
In response to the tragedy, a criminal investigation has been initiated. The cause of the capsizing has not yet been publicly disclosed.
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