Manila, April 15 -- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has begun investigating the alleged overloading incident involving a roll-on, roll-off (RoRo) vessel at the Batangas Port.

In a situation report on Tuesday, the PCG said the concerned vessel departed from the Batangas Port going to the Port of Odiongan in Romblon while carrying 942 passengers and 29 vehicles at about 5 p.m. on Sunday.

The RoRo's maximum passenger capacity is 1,000 individuals.

However, more than 100 passengers were left behind after the shipping line reportedly sold tickets beyond the ship's capacity.

"The PCG coordinated with the concerned shipping company and was informed that the additional vessel that was supposed to be deployed was still undergoing drydock for ...