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Introduction
A crew member aboard Celebrity Cruises’ Celebrity Xcel was arrested at Port Everglades, Florida, following an allegation of sexual assault involving another crew member. The arrest occurred after the vessel completed a Caribbean roundtrip voyage.
Details of the Incident
Arrest and Charges:
- Broward Sheriff’s Office officers detained a 36-year-old male crew member upon the ship’s arrival.
- The individual faces a charge of sexual battery under Florida law.
- He appeared before a Broward County judge and was ordered held without bond pending further proceedings.
Allegation Overview:
- The allegation involves a female crew member who reported an incident during the voyage.
- According to the report, the individuals had socialised earlier and consumed alcohol.
- The complainant later reported a loss of memory and subsequent discovery of injuries after regaining consciousness.
Investigation:
- Investigators reviewed onboard surveillance footage as part of the inquiry.
- Law enforcement documentation indicates that the footage showed the individuals moving through the vessel prior to the alleged incident.
- Further details of the accused’s statement were not publicly released.
Company Response:
- Celebrity Cruises confirmed it is cooperating with authorities.
- The company stated that it takes allegations of this nature seriously.
Current Status:
- The accused remains in custody while legal proceedings continue.
- The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released by authorities.