Man missing from Carnival cruise ship en route to Sydney

Authorities are searching for a man who disappeared after going overboard from a Carnival cruise ship near Moreton Island overnight.

The man, in his 70s, was a passenger on Carnival Splendor, which was sailing from Moreton Island towards Sydney.

A Carnival Cruise Line spokeswoman said it was helping authorities search for the man, who had apparently climbed over the safety railing and jumped.

“The male guest was travelling with family, who alerted the ship’s crew of a possible missing person,” the spokeswoman said.

“A review of the CCTV footage confirmed the guest’s action.

“All appropriate authorities have been alerted, and Carnival will assist authorities in their investigation upon the ship’s return to Sydney.

“Carnival’s Care Team is supporting the guest’s family, and our thoughts and prayers are with them and their loved one.”

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