Has Anyone Jumped Off a Cruise Ship?

By Robert Palmer

In the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the cruise ship industry has been hit hard. With so many cruises canceled or delayed, and with new health and safety protocols in place, it’s no wonder that many people are wondering: Has anyone ever jumped off a cruise ship?

The answer to this question is not as simple as it may seem. It’s true that some people have jumped off cruise ships in the past, but these cases are rare and usually involve tragic circumstances. In most cases, those who have jumped off cruise ships were either attempting suicide or trying to escape an abusive partner.

In 2014, a 25-year-old man jumped off a Carnival Cruise Line ship while it was in international waters. He was found by another ship several hours later and was taken to a hospital where he later died.

In 2015, a 24-year-old woman jumped from a Royal Caribbean International ship while it was docked in Nassau, Bahamas. She was rescued by authorities and taken to a hospital for treatment.

There have also been some high-profile cases of people jumping from cruise ships that were not related to suicide or abuse. In 2016, two young men were arrested after they attempted to jump from one deck of an MSC Cruises vessel into the ocean below. The men were apprehended by security before they could make the leap and were charged with disorderly conduct.

Conclusion:

While there have been instances of people jumping off cruise ships in the past, these cases are extremely rare and usually involve tragic circumstances such as attempted suicide or fleeing an abusive partner. Most passengers who travel on cruises enjoy safe and enjoyable journeys without incident.