Cruise Ship

Carnival Cruise Line (Carnival Liberty)

Incident Type

Passenger Overboard / Death

Date of Accident

May 13, 2026

Location of Accident

Between Celebration Key and Nassau, off Grand Bahama, Bahamas

Total Number of Deaths

1

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Introduction

A passenger reportedly went overboard from Carnival Liberty during a cruise near Grand Bahama on May 13, 2026. The passenger was recovered but later died.

What Happened

The incident occurred after the passenger reportedly climbed over a balcony railing. The circumstances leading to the fall were not released.

Response and Investigation

The ship’s crew deployed rescue equipment and responded with the relevant authorities. The passenger was recovered and taken for medical assistance, but did not survive. No further identifying details were released.

  • Passenger reportedly went overboard near Grand Bahama.
  • The passenger was recovered but later died.
  • The circumstances of the incident remained under investigation.

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