Speedboat Captain Arrested After 15 Indian Tourists Die in Vietnam Capsizing

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Vietnamese police arrested the captain of a speedboat that capsized near Phu Quoc Island, killing 15 Indian tourists.
The incident occurred Saturday in rough seas, with authorities suggesting extreme weather as a cause.
Rescuers saved 21 people, and the Indian embassy is coordinating the return of deceased and rescued tourists.

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Vietnamese police arrested the captain of a speedboat that capsized near Phu Quoc Island, killing 15 Indian tourists. The incident occurred Saturday in rough seas, with authorities suggesting extreme weather as a cause. Rescuers saved 21 people, and the Indian embassy is coordinating the return of deceased and rescued tourists.

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Speedboat Captain Arrested After 15 Indian Tourists Die in Vietnam Capsizing

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