Passenger Death Reported on Carnival Sunshine During Bahamas Cruise - 6 October 2024

On 6 October 2024, an elderly female passenger died aboard the Carnival Sunshine during a 4-day Bahamas cruise. The passenger was found unresponsive in her cabin while the vessel was en route from Charleston, South Carolina, to Nassau. Despite immediate medical intervention by the ship's crew, resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful.

The Carnival Sunshine continued its voyage back to Charleston, where further arrangements were made for the deceased passenger in accordance with maritime protocols.

On the morning of 6 October 2024, an elderly female passenger was discovered unresponsive in her cabin. The ship's medical team responded immediately and initiated resuscitation procedures. Despite their efforts, the passenger could not be revived. The vessel was at sea en route from Nassau, having visited the Bahamas port the previous day.

Fatalities

• 1 elderly female passenger.

Injuries

• None reported.

Rescued

• Not applicable.

The ship's medical team followed all established protocols for handling a passenger death at sea. The vessel continued its return voyage to Charleston, where arrangements were made for the deceased in accordance with maritime law and company procedures.

The Carnival Sunshine completed its voyage and returned to Charleston. The incident has been handled according to standard maritime protocols for passenger fatalities.