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Captain Faces Murder Charges in MV Barima Tragedy | Guyana News
Captain Kevin Price, the skipper of the 87-year-old MV Barima, appeared in court facing murder charges after the vessel sank, killing 73 and leaving 30 missing. Emotionally distraught, Price blamed the ship’s age and lack of critical safety gear — including a non-functional anchor, radar, and expired life rafts — despite passing a maritime inspection. He and two crew members are now jointly charged, sparking legal debate over whether murder charges are appropriate in a case centered on unseaworthiness. As investigations continue, the nation grapples with questions of accountability and the…
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