Three dead as fishing ship carrying 22 people in South Korea capsizes

Sat Jan 04 06:29:42 UTC 2025: ## Three Dead After Fishing Boat Capsizes Off South Korea

**Seoul, South Korea –** A fishing vessel carrying 22 people capsized off a southwestern island of South Korea on Saturday, resulting in three fatalities, according to Yonhap News Agency citing the Korea Coast Guard. The accident occurred near an unnamed island. Details regarding injuries and the ongoing rescue operation are still emerging. Further information is expected to be released as the investigation unfolds.