CASTRIES, St. Lucia, Jul. 19 – At least three people are reported dead, several others injured and one person missing after two boats collided off the west coast of St. Lucia early Sunday
The head-on collision occurred in waters between Soufrière and Canaries and involved one vessel travelling south and another heading north.
Several passengers reportedly suffered serious injuries, including broken arms and legs.
One of the rescuers said survivors were found clinging to the wreckage before they were brought ashore to a nearby beach, where they received medical treatment.
Search efforts were continuing for the missing person.
The police have not released an official statement on the incident.
CMC/es/kb/2026