A mysterious ship, missing for nine years, was discovered last Thursday on a beach in Thongwa, Burma. Local police announced the find on social media, describing the vessel as a “large rusty ship” with no cargo or crew on board.
The ship was identified as the *Sam Ratulangi PB 1600*, a cargo vessel from Indonesia. It vanished in 2009 after its crew abandoned it due to engine failure. The ship had remained untraceable since.
Authorities found that a tugboat, the *Independence*, had been towing the abandoned vessel before it broke free during rough seas. The *Independence* was tracked down, and its captain confirmed the story.
Initially baffled by the derelict ship’s appearance, investigators pieced together its history. The police stated that “no foul play was suspected,” as the ship’s journey matched the tugboat’s accounts.
The discovery stirred curiosity among locals and maritime enthusiasts, with many speculating on how a vessel could disappear for nearly a decade. For now, the ghost ship serves as a reminder of the vast, unpredictable nature of the sea.