Cruise ship forgot passenger on the island: investigation into the tragedy is ongoing

A woman was forgotten on the island: what happened

An 80-year-old woman was left on a tropical island near the Great Barrier Reef after her cruise ship sailed away. The woman's body was found on Lizard Island off the coast of Queensland. Police described her death as 'sudden but not suspicious.'

The captain of the Coral Adventurer reported the passenger's disappearance on Saturday evening. Further investigation is being conducted by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. According to media reports, the woman fell behind the group during a walk on the island.

The press service of the cruise operator Coral Expeditions confirmed: 'We are deeply saddened and are providing full support to the family of the deceased woman.'

The investigation of the incident will continue in collaboration with other agencies. Representatives of AMSA will meet the ship in Darwin, Northern Territory, where it is scheduled to arrive this week. Lizard Island has no permanent population, but there is a research station, a resort, and a campground.

Tragedy in the Pacific Ocean

In the eastern part of the Pacific Ocean, U.S. military destroyed a vessel that may be involved in drug trafficking. As a result, two people died.

Police are investigating the death of the 80-year-old woman who was left on the island during a cruise near the Great Barrier Reef. A detailed investigation is currently underway to establish all the circumstances of this tragic event.