The watch officer of the NCL Salten, a large container ship, has revealed to police that he fell asleep while on duty moments before it ran aground in a garden in Byneset, Norway. The Ukrainian national, now facing charges of negligent navigation, failed to steer the ship correctly as it entered the Trondheim Fjord. Miraculously, no injuries were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about adherence to working hour regulations. Local resident Johan Helberg expressed his shock at finding the massive vessel just meters from his bedroom window, while the logistics company involved has stated their priority is to assist in the ongoing salvage efforts.
Ship Watch Officer Asleep During Garden Crash, Charged with Negligence
Ship Watch Officer Asleep During Garden Crash, Charged with Negligence
A container ship's watch officer admitted to sleeping on duty as the vessel ran aground, prompting investigation and charges.
The watch officer, in his thirties and originally from Ukraine, startled authorities with the admission that he dozed off alone at a critical time. As investigations unfold, law enforcement is scrutinizing whether the vessel's crew followed proper resting protocols. Officials reported that the ship narrowly missed causing significant damage, coming perilously close to a nearby house just before it veered off course. Fortunately, the incident did not result in injuries or fatalities, which could have devastated the local community.
Eyewitnesses like Johan Helberg described the surreal and alarming experience of seeing a large cargo ship in his front garden, only five meters away from his home. Local residents also shared their shock and terror as they witnessed the vessel's approach, noting that the moment was both surreal and terrifying. The ship had previously experienced grounding earlier in 2023 but had been freed without assistance. As salvage operations continue, the logistics company remains committed to resolving the situation safely.
Meanwhile, residents are left to process the bizarre incident, with one stating he felt as if he were dreaming when he encountered the ship so close to his home.
Eyewitnesses like Johan Helberg described the surreal and alarming experience of seeing a large cargo ship in his front garden, only five meters away from his home. Local residents also shared their shock and terror as they witnessed the vessel's approach, noting that the moment was both surreal and terrifying. The ship had previously experienced grounding earlier in 2023 but had been freed without assistance. As salvage operations continue, the logistics company remains committed to resolving the situation safely.
Meanwhile, residents are left to process the bizarre incident, with one stating he felt as if he were dreaming when he encountered the ship so close to his home.
