A major search operation was deployed in the Bahamas following a tragic incident involving a Norwegian cruise ship where a male passenger went overboard. The incident occurred on November 19, 2023, onboard the Norwegian Escape, a vessel owned by Norwegian Cruise Line, which was traveling from Cape Canaveral, Florida, to the Bahamas. The U.S. Coast Guard confirmed they received a distress call at approximately 2:35 p.m. regarding the incident. According to reports, multiple assets from the Coast Guard, including a helicopter and patrol vessels, were dispatched to aid the extensive search efforts. Over a 26-hour period, rescuers combed an area off the coast of Great Stirrup Cay, which measured approximately 1,600 square miles. Unfortunately, the search was suspended after no trace of the missing passenger was found. A spokesperson for Norwegian Cruise Line expressed their sadness over the incident, stating, “Our thoughts are with the guest’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.” The authorities urged anyone with information regarding the passenger to come forward. This incident comes amid growing discussions around safety protocols on cruise ships, as similar incidents have occurred previously, raising concerns about passenger supervision and emergency response measures.
Search for Overboard Passenger from Norwegian Cruise Ship Ends in Tragedy
