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MV Barima Crew Charged with 72 Murders | Guyana News
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Captain and two crew members of the MV Barima face 72 murder charges after the ferry capsized in July 2026, killing over 70 and leaving many missing. The trio has been remanded in prison as protests erupt across Guyana, demanding justice and the resignation of the Minister of Public Works. Families and opposition leaders accuse the government of scapegoating the crew to deflect from systemic maritime failures, including neglect of maintenance and unsafe conditions. Officials push for the vessel’s salvage to preserve evidence, citing overloading and past infrastructure delays, while a commission of inquiry is underway — though critics say it won’t hold ministers accountable. The Minister remains defiant, insisting his fate is in God’s hands as the nation waits for answers.
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