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Vessel Capsizes Off Coast Of Puerto Rico: 11 Dead, 31 Rescued

A vessel capsized off the coast of Puerto Rico on May 11, killing 11 people and rescuing 31 others. According to the US Coast Guard, the vessel was anticipated of taking part in an "illegal migrant voyage." The majority of the passengers on the boat were said to be Haitians. The Coast Guard and its partner agencies are continuing to respond whilst the number of individuals on board remains unknown.

 

Fri, 13 May 2022 - 10:01 AM / by Vidhi Jhunjhunwala

Tags: Puerto Rico, USA, US Coast guard, Illegal migrants

Courtesy: ANI