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Security or legal Americas Florida · 1 August 2026

Norwegian Getaway Passenger Charged After Alleged Child Sexual Abuse Material Discovery – 1 August 2026

Date
Location
Florida
Incident type
Security or legal
Published

What happened

A 45-year-old Florida man was charged in the United States after authorities allegedly discovered child sexual abuse material on his phone following a Bahamas cruise aboard Norwegian Getaway.

What happened

The passenger reportedly returned to PortMiami on 24 July 2026, after the cruise. Federal authorities allege that 14 videos were found on his phone. He was charged under US federal law, and the allegations have not been proven in court.

Response and investigation

The case was referred to federal prosecutors and remained pending. No injuries or deaths were reported in connection with the cruise.

  • The investigation followed the passenger’s return to PortMiami after a Bahamas cruise.
  • Federal authorities alleged that material was found on the passenger’s phone.
  • The charge remained an allegation and no injuries or deaths were reported.

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