Parents launch legal action after British student killed by boat propeller

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJenna Chan had entered the water with another student when the engine was suddenly engaged, hitting her (Family handout)The parents of British student Jenna Chan are seeking justice nearly two years after her death during a school trip to the Maldives. Jenna, 15, died on 8 November 2024 after being struck by a boat propeller during a whale shark excursion organised by St Joseph’s Institution International Ltd and a UK-registered charity. Her parents, Dr Jennifer Liauw and Alan Chan, have filed a lawsuit alleging that the Singapore-based school failed to ensure safety, vet the excursion properly, and has refused accountability. They claim the school showed a lack of transparency and empathy, including sending an email about trip activities with Jenna's photos after her death was known. St Joseph’s Institution International Ltd denies the allegations, saying that the boat captain was responsible for the incident and that they are defending the claim in the Singapore High Court. In fullDevastated parents of British girl killed on Maldives school trip sue after two years without justiceMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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