Cement-Clinker Laden Vessel Sinks Near Ctg Port
5 crew members rescued, 7 still missing
Desk Report
Published: 19 Mar 2022, 12:24 pm
A file photo of Chattogram port outer anchorage || Photo: Collected
A vessel carrying cement-clinker to Dhaka has capsized near the outer anchorage of Chattogram port on Saturday, reports media.
The accident took place after the vessel named Titu-14 collided with a sand-laden barge, the coast guard confirmed.
A search and rescue operation was launched by the Navy and the port authority. 5 crew members of the vessel were rescued.
However, 7 crew members were still missing at the time of writing this report.