A person has tragically died after falling from the Regal Princess cruise ship just off the coast of Mexico this weekend. The incident occurred on Saturday, July 11, as the ship began its journey from Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades in the United States.
Confirmation of Crew Member Overboard
Princess Cruises, the operator of the Regal Princess, confirmed that one of its crew members had fallen overboard. The cruise line issued a statement following the incident, which prompted a search and rescue operation involving local authorities and the crew of the Carnival Jubilee.
In a statement, the cruise operator said: "Our heartfelt condolences go out to the crew's family and friends during this difficult time. Grief support services are being offered to guests and crew members affected by this event."
Ongoing Investigation and Support
The circumstances surrounding the fall are under investigation. Princess Cruises has not released further details about the crew member or the exact location of the incident. The company is providing support to those impacted, including grief counseling services for guests and crew.
This is a breaking news story and is being constantly updated. Further information may be released as the investigation continues.
