Indonesian rescuers recover boat hull and third child's body from KM Putri Sakinah shipwreck in Komodo National Park.
Indonesian rescuers recover boat hull and third child's body from KM Putri Sakinah shipwreck in Komodo National Park.
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Third body and boat hull recovered in KM Putri Sakinah shipwreck

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Rescue teams in Indonesia found the body of another missing child from the Spanish family involved in the December 26 KM Putri Sakinah shipwreck, along with the boat's hull 14km from the site. This is the third recovery after the accident in Komodo National Park; one minor remains missing as the search continues.

In an update to the KM Putri Sakinah shipwreck on December 26, 2025, near Padar Island—where the tourist boat sank with six Spaniards aboard (Fernando Martín, his wife Andrea Ortuño, and four minors)—teams recovered Fernando Martín's body on January 4 and another minor's on January 5.

On January 6, fishermen spotted debris 7.48 nautical miles (14km) away, leading to the discovery of a third body, confirmed as one of the missing boys (9-year-old Mateo Martín or 10-year-old Quique), and the boat's hull, verified by divers. The remains were taken to Labuan Bajo for identification.

Initial survivors were Ortuño and her 7-year-old daughter; four crew and a guide were also rescued. The search, coordinated by BASARNAS from Labuan Bajo, was extended. The family stated they will not return to Spain without all members, thanking authorities. Local support includes a vigil and mass led by Father Hermen Sanusi, attended by over 1,000 people. Additional resources are deployed as the operation continues until at least Wednesday.

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Spanish media outlets on X predominantly share neutral reports of the third body recovery, confirmed as a child from the Spanish family, and the boat hull found 14km away in Komodo waters. Sentiments convey sorrow for the tragedy and hopes for the remaining missing minor. Isolated praise for volunteer diver Santi Tinoco aiding the search. Skepticism emerges regarding potential negligence in the boat's operation.

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