Indonesian search teams have retrieved a third victim from the devastating tour boat sinking that struck a Spanish family during their Christmas vacation in Komodo National Park. The latest recovery occurred Tuesday near Pede beach, where local fishermen discovered the wreckage approximately 14 kilometers from the original incident location.
The tragedy unfolded on December 26th when the vessel carrying Valencia CF Women’s B coach Fernando Martín, 44, his immediate family, and five local personnel experienced critical engine failure and capsized. While Martín’s wife and one child survived alongside all four crew members and their guide, the coach himself and his daughter perished in the accident. Their remains were cremated in Bali on Monday following relatives’ requests, as confirmed by East Nusa Tenggara Police spokesperson Ariasandy.
This incident highlights persistent maritime safety concerns throughout the Indonesian archipelago, where vessels serve as essential transportation between the nation’s 17,000 islands. Despite their critical role, regulatory enforcement remains inconsistent, with overcrowding and inadequate safety protocols contributing to frequent nautical accidents. Rescue operations continue as authorities search for Martín’s two remaining missing sons.