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Cruise Ship Worker Arrested for Stabbing Three People with Scissors on Alaska-Bound Vessel

The incident occurred during a Norwegian Cruise Line voyage; the accused, a South African national, faces severe legal consequences.

  • Ntando Sogoni, 35, allegedly attacked a woman and two security guards aboard the Norwegian Encore.
  • The attacks took place west of Vancouver Island, with non-life-threatening injuries reported.
  • Sogoni was detained in ship's jail before being arrested by the FBI in Juneau, Alaska.
  • He is charged with assault with a dangerous weapon within maritime and territorial jurisdiction.
  • If convicted, Sogoni could face up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for each count.
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