In a distressing event aboard the MSC Fantasia, a 52-year-old Brazilian businessman, Theobald Perelo, died after falling from his cabin’s balcony. The incident occurred during a cruise between Santos and Rio de Janeiro. Reports indicate that he fell from the ninth deck to the seventh deck, suffering fatal injuries. Speculation suggests a possible heart attack may have preceded the fall, though this remains unconfirmed. Perelo was traveling with his son-in-law and company employees, while his wife stayed in Ilheus. The local police conducted a brief investigation onboard before the ship continued its voyage.
Heroic Rescue Amidst Mooring Failure
In a separate incident, the MSC Fantasia faced a mooring failure while docked in Palma de Mallorca. Strong winds caused three bow mooring bitts to detach, leading the ship to drift from the quay. An elderly passenger fell into the water during disembarkation. Four crew members—Salvatore Caso, Lalopua Faamoe, Naim Samsuddin, and Andrian Williams—immediately dived in to rescue him. The passenger was hospitalized and later recovered. The crew’s bravery was officially recognized in a ceremony aboard the MSC Fantasia.
These incidents underscore the importance of stringent safety measures and the commendable actions of crew members in emergencies.