The management of Aleson Shipping Lines Inc., which owns the ill-fated ferry that caught fire off Basilan, has apologized for the tragedy which resulted in the death of at least 29 people. CDNDigital
Bound for Sulu, the ferry MV Lady Mary Joy 3 carried 205 passengers and 35 crew members when it caught fire.
“We are deeply saddened and shocked over this tragic incident that has resulted in the loss of precious human lives. There are no words to describe the pain of losing a loved one and our hearts go out to the families, friends and relatives whom they left behind. We cannot apologize enough and we are profoundly sorry for the misery this incident has caused to many of us,” the shipping line’s management said in a statement on Friday.
The Philippine Coast Guard on Friday reported that seven people are still missing and search and rescue operations are ongoing.Sen. Grace Poe, in a previous statement, has even renewed her call for the creation of an independent transport safety board.
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