Trial begins in Girne over the ‘FiloJet’ ferry disaster
The Girne court has begun examining the circumstances of the 'FiloJet' vessel disaster, which resulted in eight fatalities. The defendants insist that weather conditions were the cause of the tragedy.
Abdulrahman Sadikhli1 min read
Hearings have commenced at the Girne District Court regarding the sinking of the passenger vessel 'FiloJet' off the coast of Northern Cyprus, which led to the deaths of eight people. Nine individuals are in the dock: the ship's captain, seven crew members, and one employee of the operating company.
Among the crew members brought to court are Azerbaijani citizens Valeh Gummatov and Rashad Ibragimov. It is known that both survived the incident.
During their testimony, the captain and crew members stated that the vessel capsized due to heavy waves, the impact of which caused the bow of the ferry to break off. They claim that meteorological conditions were favorable at the time of departure and that the vessel possessed all necessary certificates and permits for navigation and operation.
The judge ordered that seven additional individuals, sought on charges of 'causing death by negligence,' be brought to court. The proceedings will continue once this requirement is met.
The court ordered the collection of additional technical data, the questioning of witnesses, and an investigation into whether a similar inquiry into the incident has been launched in Turkey. Work to collect and verify the necessary documentation is also ongoing.
Source: oxu.az
