Tom Brock is a weekend content editor for KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and MyNorthwest.com.
The captain of a massive container ship was arrested by the U.S. Coast Guard for allegedly operating a massive vessel in Elliott Bay while intoxicated, officials confirmed. Members of the Coast Guard’s Investigative Service boarded the MSC Jubilee IX Wednesday after a crew member on the ship reported the captain appeared drunk.
The captain and a first mate had just sailed the big container ship, more than 1,000 feet in length, from Everett to Seattle’s Terminal Five. Coast Guard officials issued a field sobriety test at the scene, determining the ship’s captain had more than six times the blood-alcohol limit for commercial mariners. Coast Guard agents arrested him and booked him into the King County Jail. Charges will be referred to the King County Prosecutor for boating under the influence. The Coast Guard detained the huge ship until a relief captain was identified and confirmed. The vessel was then approved to resume operations. A Special Agent in Charge of the CGIS Northwest Field Office released the following statement about the arrest: The Coast Guard is proud to ensure the safety and security of the maritime transportation system. The pilot’s immediate intervention mitigated significant risks and ensured the safe passage of the vessel.” The MSC Jubilee IX operates under the flag of Liberia. The Coast Guard will continue its investigation into the incident.The captain of a massive container ship was arrested by the U.S. Coast Guard for allegedly operating a massive vessel in Elliott Bay while intoxicated, officials confirmed.Sunday marks 45 years since Mount St. Helens erupted, killing 57 people and reshaping the landscape of southwest Washington, which still bears the scars of that devastating event.Feliks Banel’s Flight 293 podcast ‘Unsolved Histories’ inspires Congress to take action Feliks Banel's"What Happened to Flight 293" podcast has inspired the creation of bipartisan bills in the U.S. House and Senate.Lines bust out the door as last Western Washington Shakey’s is set to closeIn 7 Steps to a Successful Retirement, CPA and advisor Brian Evans lays out a clear, principle-driven roadmap to help individuals transition from working years to a comfortable retirement.Estate planning gains momentum as more Americans seek clarity and control As life grows more unpredictable, estate planning is emerging as a critical tool for individuals and families to protect their interests and ensure their wishes are honored.When it comes to transforming your kitchen into the heart of your home, J&M Remodel stands out as a trusted partner in the Seattle area.Close
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