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Police Confirm Death of 73-Year-Old Who Went Overboard From Disney Wonder

Police say the death is not suspicious, with a coroner to review the case.

Overview

  • Victoria Police confirmed a 73-year-old man from Moonee Ponds, Melbourne, died after going overboard around 4:30am on November 22.
  • Police said the man jumped from the ship in the Tasman Sea and his body has not been recovered.
  • The Disney Wonder reversed course and searched for about five hours using thermal-imaging equipment but was unable to locate him.
  • Passengers reported noticing a course change around midday before the captain announced a passenger had gone overboard.
  • The ship has resumed its voyage to Auckland and is now expected to arrive roughly one day later than scheduled.