Ferry accident kills six

PEKANBARU, Riau: Six people were killed and eight others were missing after a ferry en route from Sungai Guntung in Indragiri Hilir regency to Tanjung Pinang sunk on Sunday in Durai waters.

A total of 128 passengers from the boat are safe.

Officials at the Sungai Guntung confirmed the accident occurred and explained that the victims were being treated in Durai, while search and rescue officers were still searching for the missing passengers.

The officials said the ferry Indo Jaya sunk when it was hit by strong winds and waves after sailing for about two hours from Sungai Guntung, Antara reported. (par)