A dream Caribbean cruise turned into every family's worst nightmare when 26-year-old Dulcie White tragically died aboard a Royal Caribbean vessel after allegedly being served excessive amounts of alcohol.
Her heartbroken mother, Kelly White, has now launched a devastating lawsuit against the cruise giant, claiming staff continued serving her daughter drinks despite clear signs of intoxication during what should have been the holiday of a lifetime.
A Holiday That Ended in Tragedy
The family's ordeal began aboard the Royal Caribbean International ship where Dulcie, described as vibrant and full of life, was enjoying her cruise vacation. According to court documents, crew members repeatedly served alcohol to the young woman even after she showed obvious signs of impairment.
"This wasn't just a tragic accident - this was preventable," the family's legal representatives stated. "The crew had a duty of care they failed to uphold."
Failed Safety Protocols
The lawsuit paints a disturbing picture of safety failures aboard the vessel. Despite cruise lines having clear policies about responsible alcohol service, staff allegedly continued pouring drinks for Dulcie throughout the evening.
Court papers detail how the young woman's condition deteriorated significantly as the night progressed, yet no intervention came from the trained crew members who should have recognised the danger signs.
A Mother's Fight for Justice
Kelly White is now pursuing legal action not just for her daughter, but to force change across the entire cruise industry. "No other family should have to endure this pain," she said in an emotional statement.
The case highlights serious questions about alcohol service policies and passenger safety protocols aboard cruise ships, where holidaymakers often assume they're in safe hands.
Industry-Wide Implications
This tragic case comes amid growing scrutiny of safety standards within the cruise industry. With millions of Britons taking cruise holidays each year, the outcome of this lawsuit could have far-reaching consequences for how alcohol is served and passengers are protected at sea.
Royal Caribbean has faced previous controversies regarding passenger safety, but this case represents one of the most heartbreaking examples of alleged service failures leading to fatal consequences.
