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British Tourist Dies on Turkey 'Pirate Ship' Tour as Family Alleges Crew Inaction

The cause of death remains undetermined under ongoing inquiries in Turkey and the UK.

Overview

  • Peter Colville, 60, was found face-up and unresponsive during a second swim stop near Cleopatra Beach on July 27 and was later confirmed dead at hospital after the coastguard transfer.
  • Family members say fellow passengers performed CPR as crew looked on, claim a barman declared him dead, and allege staff covered his body with a towel.
  • Relatives and reviewers say the boat later proceeded with entertainment, including a foam party, after the family was taken off the vessel.
  • The excursion was on the Legend Big Kral, which the family estimated carried about 600 passengers, though its TripAdvisor page lists a capacity of up to 1,200.
  • Big Kral Pirate Boats has not responded to requests for comment, while local agency Jamal Celentano Tour issued condolences and said it only sells tickets and has no operational responsibility.