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Ferry Tragedy Sparks Murder Charges | Guyana News
A ferry disaster claiming 73 lives and leaving 30 missing has triggered unprecedented legal action: three Transport and Harbours workers, including the captain and loading superintendent, face murder charges — a move the government insists is necessary for accountability, even as an international commission investigates. The DPP’s review cleared the way for prosecution, citing legal precedent and public interest, while officials dismiss opposition criticism as political theater. The five-member international inquiry, deliberately excluding Guyanese nationals to ensure impartiality, includes…
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