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Coast Guard: All five Titan passengers dead
“Our hearts are with their five souls”: this is what the statement of the submarine operator Ocean Gate said. The five occupants of the Titan are dead.
– The entrepreneur Hamish Harding († 58)
– Pakistani billionaire Shahzada Dawood († 48)
– His son Suleman (†19)
– The diver Paul-Henri Nargeolet († 63)
– Ocean Gate CEO Stockton Rush († 61), who piloted the boat
The submarine Titan has been missing since Sunday morning (local time). Contact with the mother ship was lost approximately one hour and 45 minutes into the dive.
As part of a large-scale search operation, ships, planes, diving robots and other equipment were deployed to rescue the missing persons. Meanwhile, there was hope when I heard knocking noises from the Titan crew.
In the early Thursday afternoon (local time) then all hope evaporated. The US Coast Guard reported that debris has been found near the Titanic wreck. A short time later it was clear: these are fragments of the missing submarine. They were about 500 meters from the bow of the Titanic. Five large pieces of debris were discovered on the seabed.
According to experts and the Coast Guard, the find indicates that the ship suffered a “catastrophic implosion” that must have killed all five people on board. The exact conditions are now being determined.
The armed forces are looking for other parts of the submarine and the bodies of the missing, Rear Admiral John Mauger said at a media conference in Boston. Since it is an extremely difficult area for search operations, it cannot be assumed at this time that the bodies will be found. Mauger: “I extend my deepest condolences to the families.”
Media conference ended
The US Coast Guard media conference is now over. A Coast Guard spokeswoman added that no further media conferences about the submarine tragedy are currently planned.
staff will be withdrawn
Vice Admiral Mauger says nine ships are currently on the scene as the search continues for more details. “We have medical personnel on the scene, we have other technicians on the scene and we will begin withdrawing personnel and vessels from the crime scene within 24 hours.” It’s an incredibly difficult and dangerous work environment, Mauger said.
The sounds were not coming from the submarine
Mauger addresses the sounds most recently examined. There seems to be no connection between the sound and the situation on the seabed, says the rear admiral.
No evidence of collision
At this point, everything points to an implosion. There is no evidence that the submarine collided with the wreckage of the Titanic. Nevertheless, studies in this direction are also being carried out, says Mauger.
Time of implosion still unclear
Further investigations are now pending, says Rear Admiral Mauger. He added that it was “too early” to say when the submarine implosion occurred.
Bodies may never be found
Vice Admiral Mauger says he cannot confirm whether the US Coast Guard will be able to recover the bodies of the submarine’s five passengers. “It’s an incredibly harsh environment,” he adds, looking at the search area.
Found five large pieces
A total of five larger parts of the Titan submarine have been found, according to the US Coast Guard. Includes the nose of the submarine fairing.
Dive robots will continue to be used
Mauger thanks all partners who supported the Coast Guard in this rescue mission. «The great support on this very complex search is greatly appreciated. We are grateful for the rapid mobilization of underwater search and rescue experts, and we thank all authorities and personnel for their role in the response.”
The underwater robots must stay on the seabed and search the area around the Titanic. Mauger adds that the Coast Guard is still investigating how and when the disaster occurred.
“My sincere condolences”
Vice Admiral John Mauger opens the media conference. He confirms the discovery of the debris. The debris was found 500 meters from the Titanic wreck. After the discovery, the family was immediately informed. “I extend my deepest condolences to the family.”
The bodies of the missing persons have not been found, but they are now officially believed to have died.
The media conference is about to begin
The US Coast Guard media conference starts in a few minutes. The event will be chaired by Coast Guard Regional Chief Rear Admiral John Mauger. In addition, Regional Operations Coordinator Jamie Frederick notes.
Source: Blick
I am Amelia James, a passionate journalist with a deep-rooted interest in current affairs. I have more than five years of experience in the media industry, working both as an author and editor for 24 Instant News. My main focus lies in international news, particularly regional conflicts and political issues around the world.
