At least 21 bodies have been recovered after a boat carrying undocumented migrants capsized near Thailand's Tarutao Island, authorities confirmed Monday. The vessel, reportedly carrying around 70 people, sank four days ago, sparking a joint search-and-rescue mission by Malaysian and Thai teams.
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Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency director Romli Mustafa said five more bodies were found Monday, adding to seven recovered over the weekend. Thai authorities located nine bodies in their waters. No survivors have been found so far.
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Rescue operations are expected to continue for up to seven days, depending on weather and discoveries. 🌦️ 'We’re coordinating closely with Thai counterparts,' Romli stated, emphasizing the urgency of locating missing individuals.
Regional Context
Such tragedies highlight the risks faced by migrants in Southeast Asia, where overcrowded boats often operate illegally. The incident underscores ongoing challenges in maritime safety and human trafficking prevention.
