"Abdul, 36, reported that crew members suffered from swollen, painful limbs and debilitating weakness, with some becoming very short of breath, yet received no proper medical care."
"Isko, the first to die, was punished for challenging the captain and declaring himself unfit for work, leading to his ostracism and eventual death after four days."
Abdul and his crew on the Tia Xiang 5 experienced debilitating health issues, including swollen limbs and weakness, while working long hours without proper medical care. They were poorly fed and suspicious of their drinking water. The situation worsened when crew member Isko died after being punished for declaring himself unfit for work. Despite pleas for help, the captain refused to return to port or provide assistance, highlighting the brutal conditions faced by these fishers.
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