FORT LAUDERDALE — A crew member from the Regal Princess, which departed Port Everglades on Saturday, has died after going overboard near Cancún, the cruise line confirmed Monday.
Princess Cruises said the crewmember’s identity has not been released. The company offered condolences to the family and said grief support services are being provided to guests and crew members affected by the event.
"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,"
The cruise line also thanked local authorities and the crew of the Carnival Jubilee for their help in search and rescue operations. According to the company, the Regal Princess resumed its voyage after the incident and departed the waters off Cancún. The ship’s next scheduled stop is Belize on Tuesday, and the seven-day cruise is expected to return to Fort Lauderdale on July 18 as planned.
What this means for Fort Lauderdale residents and travelers
Residents who use Port Everglades, friends and family of passengers or crew and local businesses tied to cruise traffic may follow developments as the ship completes its itinerary. Port Everglades is one of Fort Lauderdale’s busiest gateways for international cruises, and incidents at sea that originate from the port can draw attention from local media and authorities.
- Departure point: Port Everglades, Fort Lauderdale.
- Incident location: Near Cancún, Mexico.
- Ship status: Regal Princess resumed voyage; next stop Belize; return to Fort Lauderdale expected July 18.
Timeline
| Event | Date / Detail |
|---|---|
| Departure from Port Everglades | Saturday (ship left Fort Lauderdale) |
| Overboard incident | Near Cancún (reported by Princess Cruises) |
| Company confirmation | Monday: crewmember confirmed dead; identity not released |
| Scheduled return to Fort Lauderdale | July 18 (end of seven-day cruise) |
Princess Cruises thanked authorities and the Carnival Jubilee crew for assisting in the search and rescue. The company did not release further details about the circumstances of the overboard incident or the crewmember’s identity.
Local travelers with bookings on the Regal Princess or who have concerns about loved ones aboard should monitor official communications from Princess Cruises and Port Everglades for updates. News organizations and local officials may release additional information as investigations or notifications proceed.
