The missing Indonesian submarine was found cracked into three parts at Bali island, and all 53 crew on board were dead.
According to THE STRAITS TIMES, Indonesian authorities said on April 25 that the submarine which went missing during naval exercises was found cracked into three parts on the seabed in the waters north of Bali island, and all 53 crew on board were dead.
Indonesian national armed forces commander, Air Chief Marshal Hadi Tjahjanto, told a press conference that the KRI Rigel, Indonesia’s hydrographic survey vessel, had carried out a “more accurate scan” of the spot where the ill-fated submarine was last detected.
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Singapore rescue vessel MV Swift Rescue, which arrived early on April 25, had sent down its remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and captured with its camera several images of the wreckage, including hull parts, a vertical rear steer, anchor, dive rudder and escape suit.
The 44-year-old submarine was taking part in a torpedo-firing drill off Bali last April 21 when it dove and lost contact.
THE STRAITS TIMES mentions, more than 20 vessels from Indonesia and countries including Singapore and Australia were deployed in search-and-rescue efforts.
The tragedy marked the first submarine disaster in Indonesia, which has been replacing its ageing military equipment. Adm Yudo dismissed the possibility of human error, saying the crew had met all necessary requirements for the dive.
THE STRAITS TIMES says, the disaster has devastated the country.
President Joko Widodo said in a statement broadcast: “This tragedy has shocked us all.
“We convey our deep sorrow for this tragedy, especially to families of the submarine crew. They were the best sons of the nation, the best patriots who guarded the sovereignty of the country.”
Indonesia had five submarines before the latest accident: Two German-built Type 209s including Nanggala and three newer South Korean vessels.
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