Hong Kong Ferry Collides Killing 8 People
Tragedy struck in Hong Kong on Monday night around 8:20 p.m. when a tug boat crashed into a ferry that was transporting passengers off of the coast of Lamma Island. Dozens of people were thrown overboard and sadly eight were killed as a result.
According to reports, a major rescue was conducted in order to make the attempt to save the lives of as many people as they could. Tuesday morning five different hospitals throughout Hong Kong received 100 patients that were in the crash, including the eight that did not survive. At this point, the rescuers have only been able to recover 101 of the 120 passengers that were originally on the ferry that day, and they are still doing whatever they can to find the remaining people.
Maritime accidents are a terrible thing for any person to have to go through, especially for those families whose loved ones have not yet been discovered. If you or someone you know has been in a similar situation regarding a boating accident, You may need a lawyer to help ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve
Boating accidents can be just as dangerous as a car accident, and in many cases may be worse – the ocean can claim lives before anyone is able to send help. If a loved one has been injured or killed in a boating accident call me, Gary G. Goldberg – a Riverside county attorney who can help you!
