Kerala ship sinking: 16 days on, police file criminal case; blame crew's mishandling for tragedy
Following pressure from fishing communities, police have filed a case against the owner, master, and crew of the MSC Elsa 3, which sank off Alappuzha in May. The FIR cites rash navigation and mishandling of hazardous cargo, leading to environmental damage and economic losses. The sunken vessel released hazardous materials, posing a threat to marine ecosystems and navigation.
Following pressure from fishing communities, police have filed a case against the owner, master, and crew of the MSC Elsa 3, which sank off Alappuzha in May. The FIR cites rash navigation and mishandling of hazardous cargo, leading to environmental damage and economic losses. The sunken vessel released hazardous materials, posing a threat to marine ecosystems and navigation.
