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Seven sailors go missing after ship sinks off Chattogram port

| Updated: March 19, 2022 20:09:32


- Photo collected from internet has been used for representational purpose - Photo collected from internet has been used for representational purpose

The ship, belonging to Abul Khair Group, capsized around 3 pm on Friday, according to Chattogram Port's Secretary Md Omar Faruk.

A search and rescue mission is currently underway, bdnews24.com reports citing the port authorities.

"There were 13 sailors and crew on board, six of whom have been rescued. The Coast Guard and our own pilot boat are conducting the rescue operation. Seven sailors are still missing," said Omar.

Witnesses say that the ship, 'MV Titu-14', sank after a collision with another lighter vessel. However, port officials have not been able to verify those claims.

The ship was preparing to depart for its destination after loading cement clinker at the port's outer anchorage, according to Omar.

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