Bombshell: 32 Rescued Passengers Were NOT on Official Manifest, Captain Allegedly Tested Positive for Alcohol

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July 20, 2026

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Bombshell: 32 Rescued Passengers Were NOT on Official Manifest, Captain Allegedly Tested Positive for Alcohol

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Based on figures released during the briefing:

* 100 passengers booked online * 16 passengers booked through MMG * 17 crew members * 32 rescued passengers not on the manifest

These numbers indicate that at least 165 people were aboard the vessel, significantly more than the 133 persons reflected by the official manifest. Note_20260719_2106_otter.ai.txt

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