The unidentified man appeared to have been traveling on a Christmas-themed cruise with his family. The “extensive” search for a 51-year-old man who fell off a cruise ship has come to an end without success, according to the cruise line. Norwegian Cruise Line was made aware that a passenger had fallen overboard around 3 p.m. on Thursday as the cruise ship was traveling from Ocho Rios, Jamaica to Nassau, according to the company. A search ensued.
“The authorities were immediately notified, and a search and rescue operation under the guidance and oversight of the Bahamas Rescue Coordination Center went underway,” a spokesperson for Norwegian Cruise Line told The Independent in a statement. “After an extensive search that was unfortunately unsuccessful, the ship was released by the authorities to continue its voyage,” the spokesperson continued.
It’s not immediately clear how the man fell off the ship. The man has not been identified but was traveling with a large group, including family members, who are being “attended to and supported during this very challenging situation,” the spokesperson said. “Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time.”.
