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PCG mulls admin raps vs capsized MV Hong’s owners
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is considering filing administrative charges against the owner of MV Hong Hai 16, which capsized off Occidental Mindoro on April 15.
The PCG's immediate focus is on search and recovery operations and containing any possible oil spill from the vessel.
Commander Michael John Encina stated that administrative cases will be pursued if the investigation proves negligence on the part of the owner.
A demand letter has already been sent to the shipowner urging full cooperation in the ongoing response operations.
The incident resulted in nine confirmed fatalities among the crew, with four individuals still missing.
As of the latest report, there have been no signs of an oil spill in the affected area.
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