Pinoy seaman, patay nang tamaan ng kadena ng inaayos na angkla ng oil tanker

- A Filipino seaman died on March 10 after the chain of the anchor of an oil tanker snapped while he, along with another Filipino, were fixing the stuck anchor

- According to the report of 24 Oras, the incident happened in Indonesia

- Elsie Popera, the wife of the victim, Junry Popera, was able to talk the companion of the victim who also got injured, and shared a video of their video call

- The wife of the victim has been mourning her husband for a week even though there was no body since they are still waiting for the autopsy results

On March 10, 2025, a devastating incident took place on an oil tanker in Indonesian waters, claiming the life of Filipino boat fitter Junry Popera and leaving his fellow seafarer, Romulo Gollayan, injured.

The incident, which took place in Indonesia on March 10, was reported by 24 Oras of GMA News.

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The victim, Junry Popera, was fatally injured in the accident, while his companion sustained injuries but survived.

The two were working to dislodge a jammed anchor, a task that required them to enter the vessel's chain hole.

While they were attempting to resolve the issue, the anchor chain unexpectedly gave way, striking both men.

Popera sustained fatal injuries from the impact, while Gollayan survived and was taken to the hospital for medical care.

According to Junry’s wife, Elsie Popera, she was able to speak with her husband's companion, Gollayan, via video call, who shared details about the harrowing incident.

Elsie also shared a video of their conversation, further confirming the circumstances surrounding her husband's death.

For a week now, Elsie has been mourning the loss of her husband, even though his body has yet to be returned as authorities are still awaiting the autopsy results.

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She believes negligence played a role in the tragedy and is determined to seek justice for Junry.

She has expressed her intention to file a case to hold those responsible accountable for the accident.

Despite the devastating loss, Elsie has found some relief in the company's commitment to covering the expenses related to Junry’s passing.

However, she remains firm in her quest for justice, hoping that her husband’s death will serve as a wake-up call for better safety measures in the maritime industry.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh