Investigation begins into fatal tour boat capsizing in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

Senior Commissioner Henry Novika Chandra, the East Nusa Tenggara Regional Police's Head of Public Relations, told local news outlet Antara that the investigation into the tragedy began on Wednesday, December 31.

The vessel's operator, the crew, and witnesses will be questioned, while the boat's seaworthiness will be assessed. The investigation will also look into whether the operator and the crew had complied with safety regulations.

Antara added that at least 15 incidents involving tour boats have occurred in the waters near Komodo National Park over the last two years.