The Government of Saint Lucia has moved to establish a Commission of Inquiry into the deadly boat collision at Anse Cochon on July 18, 2026, which involved two vessels and claimed the lives of at least two Saint Lucians.
Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre said the inquiry is intended to establish exactly what happened and identify ways to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Reportedly, the Commission will be formally appointed by the Governor General and chaired by a former senior judicial official. It will also include specialists in maritime operations and marine safety, along with a police investigator.
Pierre said in an official press release that the Commission will make recommendations to improve maritime safety, strengthen regulatory oversight and help reduce the risk of future accidents on the country’s waters.
He noted that the tragedy has deeply affected the nation and said the government has a responsibility to uncover the facts and ensure every possible lesson is learned.
According to the release, the Commission’s Terms of Reference will be announced at a later date. Pierre also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to making Saint Lucia’s waters safer for everyone who uses them.
