Three Thai sailors are seeking damages after a deadly attack on their cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz in March. The sailors, who were on the Thai-flagged Mayuree Naree, accuse their employers of taking them into dangerous areas and putting their lives at risk.
Attack Details
The attack occurred on March 11, during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, when two projectiles struck the vessel, killing three crew members and injuring others. The sailors are seeking damages of at least 1 million baht ($30,000) each from companies and agencies linked to the vessel owner, Precious Shipping, and its captain.
The sailors’ lawyer, Kunpat Singhathong, said the sailors have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder and are unlikely to work as sailors again. The company has paid the sailors two months’ wages and compensation for lost belongings, but the sailors consider this inadequate.
Original reporting: Appleton, WI News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
