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Captain, Crew Charged Murder After MV Barima Capsizing kills 73

7/29/2026

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Police charged Captain Kevin Price, chief mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and superintendent Delon Granderson with murder over the MV Barima capsizing.
The July 18 sinking killed 73, left 30 missing, and involved about 179 aboard.
Prime Minister Mark Phillips said the captain and crew member tested positive for marijuana.
President Irfaan Ali formed commission to investigate and opposition lawmakers demanded resignations of Works Minister Juan Edghill and Utilities Minister Deodat Indar.

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Police charged Captain Kevin Price, chief mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and superintendent Delon Granderson with murder over the MV Barima capsizing.
The July 18 sinking killed 73, left 30 missing, and involved about 179 aboard.
Prime Minister Mark Phillips said the captain and crew member tested positive for marijuana.
President Irfaan Ali formed commission to investigate and opposition lawmakers demanded resignations of Works Minister Juan Edghill and Utilities Minister Deodat Indar.