The Times of India

The boat had hardly left the island, we were all screaming for help: How a dream holiday near Vietnam's Phu Quoc ended in tragedy

A tragic speedboat accident near Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island claimed fifteen Indian lives. The vessel carrying thirty-two Indian tourists capsized shortly after departing May Rut Island. Survivors described the sudden capsizing which occurred within moments of departure. Nearby boats and rescue teams quickly responded to aid passengers in the water. Vietnamese authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of this maritime tragedy.