Ricky, a crew member on a longline tuna boat, recounts his experience witnessing the death of his crewmate YK, who struggled with depression and faced conflict with the captain. Despite the tragic incident, the boat's operations continued with no pause for investigation. YK's death was labeled a workplace accident, raising concerns about the treatment of the crew and the accountability of those in charge. Ricky's observations reflect a broader issue of worker safety and mental health in the fishing industry, particularly for migrant workers.
Ricky described the atmosphere on the boat as neglectful and dismissive toward individual welfare, sharing that after his crewmate's tragic death, work resumed immediately with no investigations or reflections on the incident.
Witnessing YK's desperate condition, Ricky emphasized the crew's division regarding the nature of the death, torn between viewing it as suicide or the result of foul play.
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