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Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Yahoo
Two cruise passengers drowned within hours of each other on Carnival's new private island in the Bahamas
Even though Carnival Cruise Line has been hosting guests at its new private island in the Bahamas for less than a month, two guests have already died by drowning. Both deaths happened on Friday at Celebration Key — Carnival's private island — and both incidents involved visitors in their 70s. According to a Facebook post from the Royal Bahamas Police Force, the victims were a 79-year-old man and a 74-year-old woman, who were traveling on separate cruises. Witnesses told first responders that the man was snorkeling when he became "unresponsive." A lifeguard pulled him out of the water and provided CPR, but the man could not be revived. The woman similarly became "unresponsive" while she was swimming in a pool. Although a lifeguard treated her, she also died. Both of the deceased will be subject to autopsies to determine their causes of death. A spokesperson for Carnival confirmed to Fox News Digital that the incident occurred on the cruise liner's new private island, Celebration Key. The company said that its "lifeguards and medical team responded to two separate water emergency incidents — one in the lagoon and one at the beach." "One guest was sailing with family on Mardi Gras and one guest was sailing with family on Carnival Elation," the Carnival spokesperson told the outlet. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the guests and their families and our Care Team is providing assistance." Both of the victims were American citizens. Celebration Key opened on July 19 after a more than $600 million investment secured it for Carnival Cruise Lines. The resort includes a beach club, swimming pools — including massive 275,000 square foot lagoons and an 11,000 square foot infinity pool — restaurants and bars, a DJ island, and various other activities for children and adults. Solve the daily Crossword
Miami Herald
26-07-2025
- Miami Herald
Royal Caribbean crew member stabs female colleague, jumps overboard. He's found dead
A Royal Caribbean crew member stabbed a colleague on board during a cruise this week, Bahamian police say, then jumped into the waters off the island chain. He was found dead. The 35-year-old South African male stabbed a 28-year-old fellow crew member 'multiple times,' the Royal Bahamas Police said in a July 25 statement. The victim is female and also South African, they said. The incident took place aboard the Icon of the Seas, billed as the largest cruise ship in the world when it debuted at PortMiami in January, 2024. It is frequently used for week long trips to the Caribbean. The ship departed Miami on July 19 and was on a 7-night cruise to the eastern Caribbean. It had stops in St. Thomas and Coco Cay, an exclusive resort it uses in the Bahamas. It is scheduled to return to PortMiami on July 26 at 6 AM, according to Cruise Mapper, an online tracker. The incident occurred on July 24, shortly before 7:30 p.m. local time, in the waters off of San Salvador Island, the Nassau-based police said. That's when the crew member is suspected of attacking his female colleague, according to initial information it received from the police in Berry Islands, where Coco Cay is. 'Following the incident, the male reportedly fled from the scene and jumped into the water,' the Royal Bahamas Police statement said. 'He was retrieved unresponsive and pronounced dead by onboard medical staff.' An autopsy is being scheduled to determine the exact cause of death, police said. The victim was airlifted to Miami to seek further medical attention, a Royal Bahamas Police spokesperson said in a follow-up email to the Herald on Friday evening. That's according to what they were told by police stationed in the Berry Islands. 'Her injuries are not life threatening.' The Bahamas police didn't provide any more information on the case because it's not yet complete, it said. 'The matter is under active investigation at this time,' a spokesperson wrote. It did note that 'the female victim sustained stab wounds to her upper body and was treated and is in stable condition.' The Miami-based Royal Caribbean Group confirmed the victim 'is now in stable condition,' in an email from a spokesperson on July 25 and that the male crew member died after going overboard. But the cruise giant had little else to say. 'Our onboard security team responded to an incident involving two crew members in a personal dispute,' it said.
Economic Times
25-07-2025
- Business
- Economic Times
Crew member dies after falling overboard from world's largest cruise ship
Agencies Royal Caribbean crew member dies after going overboard near Bahamas; rescue attempt unsuccessful as world's largest cruise ship continues itinerary A crew member aboard Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship, died after falling overboard Thursday evening(July 24) while the ship was en route to the Bahamas, the cruise line confirmed. The incident happened around 7 pm local time on July 24, approximately 200 miles east of Nassau, near San Salvador Island. According to the cruise line, the crew immediately initiated a search and rescue operation after the man fell from the port side of the ship. 'A rescue boat was deployed to help the man, who was pulled from the sea and onto a dinghy once he was located,' a Royal Caribbean spokesperson said. 'Unfortunately, the crew member passed away.'The company added in its statement,'We extend our condolences to the crew member's family and loved ones. To respect their privacy, we have no additional details to share.'The identity of the crew member has not been released. Royal Caribbean has not confirmed whether the fall was accidental or intentional. However, TMZ, citing Royal Bahamas Police, reported that the man is believed to have taken his own life. Passengers aboard the Icon of the Seas said they saw life rings being dropped into the ocean and the ship slowing down to assist with the emergency. Several areas on the ship were temporarily closed off as the crew responded to the ship, which began sailing in January 2024, is the world's largest cruise vessel. It was on a seven-night Eastern Caribbean voyage and is scheduled to stop at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private island, before returning to PortMiami on Saturday, July 26. The company confirmed that the itinerary would continue as is not the first overboard incident involving Icon of the Seas. A passenger fell overboard but was rescued in May 2024, though they later died. The cruise industry has faced growing scrutiny over safety protocols related to such Caribbean says it is offering support to the crew on board and the family of the deceased as authorities continue their investigation.
Time of India
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Crew member dies after falling overboard from world's largest cruise ship
A crew member on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas died after falling overboard near the Bahamas on Thursday evening. The crew initiated a search and rescue, recovering the man, but he was pronounced dead. The ship, en route on a seven-night Eastern Caribbean voyage, continued its itinerary, and Royal Caribbean is providing support to the crew and the family. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A crew member aboard Royal Caribbean 's Icon of the Seas , the largest cruise ship, died after falling overboard Thursday evening(July 24) while the ship was en route to the Bahamas, the cruise line incident happened around 7 pm local time on July 24, approximately 200 miles east of Nassau, near San Salvador Island . According to the cruise line, the crew immediately initiated a search and rescue operation after the man fell from the port side of the ship.'A rescue boat was deployed to help the man, who was pulled from the sea and onto a dinghy once he was located,' a Royal Caribbean spokesperson said. 'Unfortunately, the crew member passed away.'The company added in its statement,'We extend our condolences to the crew member's family and loved ones. To respect their privacy, we have no additional details to share.'The identity of the crew member has not been released. Royal Caribbean has not confirmed whether the fall was accidental or intentional. However, TMZ, citing Royal Bahamas Police, reported that the man is believed to have taken his own aboard the Icon of the Seas said they saw life rings being dropped into the ocean and the ship slowing down to assist with the emergency. Several areas on the ship were temporarily closed off as the crew responded to the ship, which began sailing in January 2024, is the world's largest cruise vessel. It was on a seven-night Eastern Caribbean voyage and is scheduled to stop at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean's private island, before returning to PortMiami on Saturday, July 26. The company confirmed that the itinerary would continue as is not the first overboard incident involving Icon of the Seas. A passenger fell overboard but was rescued in May 2024, though they later died. The cruise industry has faced growing scrutiny over safety protocols related to such Caribbean says it is offering support to the crew on board and the family of the deceased as authorities continue their investigation.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Who was Gaurav Jaisingh? Indian-American student dies in a ‘tragic accident' in the Bahamas
What was supposed to be a joyful pre-graduation vacation turned into an unimaginable tragedy for the Bentley University community, as 22-year-old Gaurav Jaisingh lost his life in a 'tragic accident' in the Bahamas. The Indian-American student died after falling from a hotel balcony on Paradise Island, just days before he was set to graduate. ALSO READ| Albuquerque fire: Large structure blaze erupts near Montaño and Edith | Video Gaurav, a finance major from Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, was on an annual senior trip with classmates when the incident occurred. Royal Bahamas Police reported that officers responded to an emergency call from a local hotel about a man who had fallen from an upper-level balcony. He was found unresponsive on a lower floor and succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital. Bentley University confirmed the news, stating, 'We are profoundly sad to confirm that one of our students, Gaurav Jaisingh, passed away last night in a tragic accident during the annual senior class trip in the Bahamas.' 'We share our deepest condolences with Gaurav's family, friends and loved ones. While local authorities are investigating, it appears Gaurav accidentally fell from a balcony,' the 5,600-student strong university said in a statement. 'We will share more information when available while respecting his family's privacy.' Gaurav was a member of Delta Sigma Pi, a professional business fraternity, and was involved in several other student organisations. His LinkedIn profile reflects the same. ALSO READ| Woman laid off by Microsoft in 'last-minute meeting' by super boss: 'Once an unfamiliar face joined the call…' 'He was gearing up for graduation this weekend, so I hope we take some time to honor him this weekend at graduation,' fellow senior Sydney Bazin told WHDH. 'So yes, it's just actually heartbreaking.' Another classmate, Isabella Abeiga, expressed, 'It was the last thing I was expecting, especially just a few days away from graduation.'
