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Ten sailors are missing and five are injured after a U.S. Navy destroyer collided with an oil and chemical tanker early Monday.
The USS John McCain collided with the "Alnic MC" at 6:24 a.m. in the Strait of Malacca off the coast of Singapore in the Pacific Ocean, according to the U.S. 7th Fleet.
#USSJohnSMcCain involved in collision with a merchant vessel while east of the Strait of Malacca. Updates to follow. https://t.co/6bHUovT8eI pic.twitter.com/EVcYjHwXah
— 7th Fleet (@US7thFleet) August 20, 2017
The USS John S. McCain sustained damage to its left rear side. Osprey aircraft and Seahawk helicopters from the USS America are helping with search and rescue efforts, officials said. Tug boats and coast guard vessels are also helping.
Initial reports indicate #USSJohnSMcCain damaged to port side aft. Extent of damage and injuries being determined. https://t.co/dpMFyiG6H4
— 7th Fleet (@US7thFleet) August 21, 2017
The ship is named for both McCain Sr. and Jr. who served in the Navy.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Cox Media Group
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