St Lucian Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has announced that the Government of Saint Lucia will appoint a Commission of Inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the marine collision at Anse Cochon involving two vessels on July 18, 2026, which claimed the lives of at least two Saint Lucians.
A statement from the Prime Minister’s office said that the Governor General will formally appoint the Commission, which will be chaired by a former high-ranking member of the judiciary. It will also include experts in maritime operations and marine safety, as well as a police investigator.
The statement said that the Commission will be expected to make recommendations to strengthen maritime safety, improve regulatory oversight and reduce the risk of similar tragedies in the future.
Pierre said the tragic loss of lives has deeply affected the nation and underscored the Government’s responsibility to establish the facts surrounding the incident and ensure that every lesson is learned.
The Commission’s Terms of Reference will be announced subsequently.
Pierre said the Government is committed to ensuring that the Commission’s work results in meaningful improvements that “enhance the safety of everyone who uses Saint Lucia’s waters”.
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