Police Rescue Eleven People at Sea in Western Province
“I would like to remind boat owners and skippers of the importance of sea safety. Before you travel, please plan your trip properly. Make sure your boat is seaworthy and you’re Out Boat Motor (OBM) is serviced and maintained, says Commissioner Mangau.
Source: File: ABC Thursday, 14 January 2021 13:06 PM
Officers of the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RISPF) at Gizo Police Station in Western Province have rescued eleven people drifting at sea between Choiseul and Western Province on 10 January 2021.
Commissioner of Police Mostyn Mangau says, “The eleven people were on board a ray boat powered by 40 horse powered engine. They left Tunoe Village, Katurasele in South Choiseul to Gizo after Christmas and New Year Holiday. While travelling on the fine sea they encountered mechanical problem with their engine and drifted.”