Dozens dead after ferry sinks in Bangladesh
- 12 years ago
Mourning in Bangladesh.
At least 35 people died in Bangladesh Tuesday after a ferry collided with a barge.
The ferry was carrying more than 250 passengers. At least 50 people managed to swim ashore.
Scores are still missing.
Ferry accidents kill hundreds of people in Bangladesh every year. Authorities say they are usually caused by overcrowding and poor supervision.
Deborah Lutterbeck, Reuters.
At least 35 people died in Bangladesh Tuesday after a ferry collided with a barge.
The ferry was carrying more than 250 passengers. At least 50 people managed to swim ashore.
Scores are still missing.
Ferry accidents kill hundreds of people in Bangladesh every year. Authorities say they are usually caused by overcrowding and poor supervision.
Deborah Lutterbeck, Reuters.