Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, April 9) — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Sunday recovered another body from the ill-fated passenger ferry in Basilan, bringing the total number of deaths to 32.
According to the PCG, the body of Alses Hassan was sighted in the waters off Langgas Island, Maluso, Basilan. He was one of the two missing passengers of MV Lady Mary Joy 3.
In a statement, the PCG said the search operation to look for the last missing passenger of the ill-fated vessel would continue.
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On March 31, The Maritime Industry Authority said it has begun its marine safety investigation of MV Lady Mary Joy 3.
The ferry’s operator, Aleson Shipping Lines, Inc., said it has already extended financial assistance to the victims’ families.
















