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Police: 73-Year-Old Jumped Overboard From Disney Wonder on MelbourneAuckland Voyage

Authorities are preparing a coroner’s report following an unsuccessful five-hour search.

Overview

  • Victoria Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious and confirmed they will prepare a report for the coroner.
  • The passenger, a 73-year-old man from Moonee Ponds in Melbourne, went overboard around 4:30 a.m. local time on November 22 in the Tasman Sea.
  • Crew turned the ship around and searched for about five hours using thermal imaging but were unable to locate him.
  • Passengers noticed the course change around midday, and the captain later informed them the search had ended, with witnesses describing a sombre atmosphere onboard.
  • The Disney Wonder resumed its voyage to Auckland and is expected to arrive about a day behind schedule.