Trawler capsizes in Turag river: 5 dead; few missing

A trawler has sunk off the Amin Bazar Koyla Ghat in the capital.

The Fire Service has recovered five bodies, including bodies of women and children. Till the last update, many passengers are still missing.

The fatal incident took place on Saturday (October 9) morning at around 8:50, said Fire Service duty officer Lima Khanom.

Three units of divers rushed to the spot upon receiving the news, said Khanom. They (the divers) are still conducting rescue operations. So far, we have not yet received news of any more fatalities.

Many passengers swam to the bank and saved themselves when the trawler sank.

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