Quang Ninh, July 27 -- Authorities in the northern province of Quang Ninh on July 27 confirmed that all 39 victims of the Vinh Xanh 58 tourist boat capsize in Ha Long Bay have been found, officially bringing the search operation to a close.

The final victim, identified via DNA testing as H.V.T (born 1985), was discovered near Trong Cave, approximately 10km from the incident site. His body has been handed over to his family for funeral arrangements.

On July 19, H.V.T, his wife and two children were among the 49 people aboard the Vinh Xanh 58, registration number QN48-7105, for a sightseeing tour of Ha Long Bay. The boat capsized in the afternoon while travelling in the bay after being struck by a sudden squall.

Of the four, only his son...