<P> An investigation focused on shortcomings in the procedures followed by the crew and the actions of the Italian captain , who allegedly left the ship prematurely . About 300 passengers were left on board , most of whom were rescued by helicopter or motorboats in the area . Captain Francesco Schettino was later found guilty of manslaughter in connection with the disaster and sentenced to sixteen years in prison . Despite receiving its own share of criticism , Costa Cruises did not face criminal charges . </P>
<P> An investigation focused on shortcomings in the procedures followed by the crew and the actions of the Italian captain , who allegedly left the ship prematurely . About 300 passengers were left on board , most of whom were rescued by helicopter or motorboats in the area . Captain Francesco Schettino was later found guilty of manslaughter in connection with the disaster and sentenced to sixteen years in prison . Despite receiving its own share of criticism , Costa Cruises did not face criminal charges . </P>
what happened to cruise ship costa concordia captain
what happened to cruise ship costa concordia captain
found guilty of manslaughter sentenced to sixteen years in prison
found guilty of manslaughter sentenced to sixteen years in prison