Bangladesh: Ferry sinks leaving 28 dead, dozens missing

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At least 28 bodies were recovered by divers in Bangladesh after a ferry carrying passengers sank in a river, an official said Monday.

Dozens are still missing as rescue operations continue in the Buriganga River, which flows past the outskirts of the capital Dhaka.

Firefighters and navy units have also joined the rescue efforts.

“The passenger ferry capsized Monday morning after a collision with another vessel,” Fire Service Control Room Officer Rozina Islam told Anadolu Agency, confirming the death toll.

The fatalities include three children.

However, officials could not confirm how many passengers were onboard the vessel at the time of the accident. Local media quoting eyewitnesses and police put the figure at 100.