PANAMA CITY: Panamanian security authorities have confirmed a incident involving the capsizing of a boat carrying 27 refugees, primarily Afghan nationals, along the shores of the Caribbean. Regrettably, at least five individuals have lost their lives in this tragedy.
As reported by the Associated Press on Thursday, the Ministry of Public Security of Panama disclosed that the vessel overturned near the Caribbean coastline, resulting in this devastating loss of life. Among the victims are two women and one child, underscoring the severity of the situation.
Authorities have intensified search efforts to locate one missing individual from the passengers aboard the ill-fated boat. These distressing events unfold amidst a surge in attempts at illegal migration to the United States through the Caribbean region.
Juan Pino, Panama’s Minister of Public Security, has identified the “Delfin Golfo” criminal organization from Colombia as the orchestrators behind this failed smuggling endeavor. Inclement weather conditions prevalent during this time of the year have been cited by Panamanian security officials as exacerbating factors contributing to such tragic incidents.
The Caribbean route through Panama has emerged as a perilous path for those seeking illegal entry into the United States, further emphasizing the dire humanitarian consequences of irregular migration.
