Coral Harbour Base, 31 December, 2019 – Bahamas – The Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) continues its search for an
overdue vessel with 2 individuals onboard that
was reported missing several days ago.
The 25-ft open hull vessel departed Lowe
Sound, Andros with the 2 occupants at about 8:00 am and was due to return later
that afternoon. A joint effort by
members of the RBDF, Police, BASRA and with US Coast Guard aerial support were immediately dispatched to begin a search for
the vessel.
Aerial and maritime searches along the
coast lines, ocean waters nearby cays and reefs were conducted without success
thus far. The search, which has since been extended as far west towards Bimini
Island, is ongoing. Community persons have also taken part in the search and
are encouraged to keep their eyes open for the two boaters.
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force remains
committed in the search for the craft and its occupants.
(For further information
please contact the RBDF Public Relations Section or visit our website: www.rbdf.gov.bs, follow us on Facebook, and view our Youtube channel)
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