Five unidentified MV Barima victims remain at Suddie mortuary
July 27 2026
The Ministry of Health is appealing to families of persons still missing following the MV Barima tragedy to assist with the identification of five unidentified bodies currently being held at the Suddie Mortuary.
The Ministry, in a statement issued earlier today, said the recovered victims comprise one female and four males, and urged relatives of missing passengers to visit the facility to aid in the identification process.
Authorities said identifying the victims is critical to ensuring they are returned to their families and receive dignified and proper burials.
The Ministry is encouraging public cooperation during the ongoing recovery process and has provided the following contacts for persons seeking assistance:
Suddie Mortuary: 650-8564
Office of the Regional Health Officer: 685-7746 or 685-7745
