Blue Lagoon Island Bahamas has initiated an independent forensic investigation into a recent boating incident involving the Island III vessel.
The fatal incident
On November 14, a 75-year-old woman from Colorado, one of the passengers aboard the Island III vessel, died during the incident.
According to local law enforcement, the incident happened at approximately 9:30 am when the pleasure craft departed from the ferry dock, carrying over 100 passengers on its journey to Blue Lagoon.
Rough seas, which materialized half an hour into the voyage, wrought havoc on the vessel.
The boat began taking on water, ultimately succumbing to the relentless forces of nature, submerging just outside the tranquil shores of Blue Lagoon Island.
While the Royal Bahamas Police Force has refrained from releasing specific details regarding the elderly woman’s autopsy, reports are that they have categorically ruled out drowning as the cause of her untimely demise.
Blue Lagoon Island Bahamas extends condolences
In the wake of the incident, Blue Lagoon Island Bahamas released an official statement expressing heartfelt condolences to the grieving family and friends of the deceased passenger.
Simultaneously, the company announced its commitment to conducting an impartial forensic investigation into the boating mishap.
A regrettable situation
The company acknowledges the gravity of the situation and sincerely regrets the distress experienced by its passengers due to this unforeseen tragedy.
With a history spanning over three decades in the industry, Blue Lagoon Island Bahamas emphasizes that such an incident has never occurred before, underscoring the rarity and exceptional nature of the event.
Collaboration and cooperation
Blue Lagoon Island Bahamas has vowed to provide its full cooperation in the ongoing investigations.
The company is working closely with key authorities, including The Bahamas Maritime Authority, the Bahamas Port Authority, and the Royal Bahamas Police Force, as they collectively seek answers and clarity regarding the events that transpired on that fateful day.
