British woman missing after suspected falling from cruise ship; desperate search continues across Atlantic
Search begins aboard the ship
The ship had sailed roughly 550 miles toward Barbados by then. The US Coast Guard in Norfolk, Virginia, called on nearby ships to look out for the missing passenger.
Crew contacts authorities
The company said the crew searched the ship and contacted relevant authorities after the alarm was raised. It also expressed sympathy for the passenger’s loved ones.
Voyage continues toward Americas
The liner departed Spain on 4 November with about 2,000 passengers and 800 crew. Its voyage in the Americas was expected to end on Sunday. The ship is understood to be unable to turn back for the missing passenger.
Earlier overboard case
In September, an American passenger was reported to have fallen overboard from a Carnival Cruise Line ship during a seven-night trip along the Baja peninsula. Thomas Gigler, 56, reportedly disappeared from the Carnival Panorama while celebrating his 15th anniversary with his wife, Michelle, 48.
Key points
- The British passenger was reported missing from the Marella Voyager while it crossed the Atlantic.
- A cabin steward noticed her bed had not been slept in the previous night.
- The ship was about 550 miles toward Barbados when the search began.
- The US Coast Guard asked nearby ships to watch for the woman.