Carnival Cruise Line has banned 24 passengers for life after a violent brawl broke out in Galveston, Texas, following a 7-day cruise, with the incident now under law enforcement review.
Carnival Cruise Line has taken decisive action by banning 24 passengers following a violent altercation in Galveston, Texas, as travelers were disembarking from the Carnival Jubilee.
A recent video circulating online depicts a chaotic scene at a cruise terminal, where multiple individuals can be seen forcefully navigating through a crowd before assaulting a person who falls to the ground.
A chaotic scene unfolded in the disembarkation zone as numerous passengers engaged in a physical altercation, throwing punches, kicks, and shoves at one another. A solitary security officer made an initial attempt to intervene in the situation, soon receiving support from additional personnel; however, the violence persisted unabated.
The scene was marked by chaos, with children standing alone and luggage strewn about the area.
Carnival has confirmed that a brawl occurred on April 26 within the Galveston cruise terminal, just after passengers disembarked from a 7-day Western Caribbean cruise. Carnival has issued a statement declaring, "We will not tolerate such behavior," and confirmed that the 24 individuals implicated have been added to the company's permanent "Do Not Sail" list.
The incident took place in the debarkation area, which falls under the jurisdiction of U.S. Customs and Border Patrol. Carnival confirmed that the issue has been referred to law enforcement for further investigation.
Recent footage of the altercation has ignited a wave of outrage across social media platforms, prompting numerous users to advocate for more stringent enforcement measures and lifetime bans for those involved. The cruise line has reiterated its strict zero-tolerance policy regarding violence and unruly behavior, applicable both on the ship and at various ports of call.
Galveston, recognized as one of Carnival's most active ports, has yet to issue a public statement regarding the recent security incident. Authorities are currently investigating the situation, and no serious injuries have been reported at this time.
Carnival has reaffirmed its dedication to the safety of both guests and crew members. The company stated, "We will continue to enforce our policies to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for all passengers."
