Captain of ship collision questions prosecutor

A trial is underway for Captain Vladimir Motin, 59, following a collision between his container ship, the Solong, and the anchored US oil tanker, Stena Immaculate, last March, resulting in the death of crew member Mark Angelo Pernia, 38. Both vessels were carrying flammable goods, and Motin has been accused of failing to maintain a proper lookout and adequately assess collision risks. He denies manslaughter, claiming a mistake in switching from autopilot to manual control. The trial at the Old Bailey continues as Motin faces serious allegations regarding the incident’s foreseeability and his actions before the crash.

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