Mexican Navy Rescues Four Fishermen After 11 Days Adrift Near Cozumel

Cozumel, Quintana Roo — The Mexican Navy rescued four fishermen who spent 11 days adrift after their fishing vessel, the Jupiter, suffered a propulsion system failure and lost communication.

The Navy’s Fifth Naval Region received a report about the missing crew and immediately deployed the ocean patrol vessel ARM-Bicentenario de la Independencia (PO-163), along with Marine infantry and naval medical personnel.

The fishermen were located approximately 137 nautical miles (about 253 kilometers) southeast of Isla Cozumel. They were provided medical care and food, and officials said they are in stable condition and out of danger. They will be transported to a safe port on the island.

The Navy urged anyone with maritime emergencies to contact the Fifth Naval Region at 998 877 0186 or the citizen complaint line at 998 390 0437. The national hotline 800 627 4621 (800 MARINA 1) is also available.