A massive brawl erupted on a Carnival cruise ship, capturing the attention of passengers and going viral on social media. The incident, which involved a large group of women, took place on a five-day cruise and was caught on video by a fellow passenger, Nick Richardson. The footage shows chairs being thrown and fists flying as the women engaged in a chaotic fight in one of the ship’s dining areas.
Richardson, who was on the cruise with his fiancée and three children, stumbled upon the brawl while heading to the dining room for a late-night snack. He described the scene to the New York Post, noting that the fight broke out around 3 a.m. and involved a group of intoxicated women from Tampa. “This is just what happens at 3 in the morning when you got a bunch of drunk girls from Tampa,” Richardson commented in the video.
Carnival Cruise Line confirmed the incident, stating that their security team intervened to break up the fight. “The entirety of the cruise everybody was friendly with each other, everybody was enjoying themselves,” Richardson said. “The Carnival made sure everyone was having a fantastic time.”
This brawl is not an isolated incident for Carnival Cruise Line. Another significant altercation occurred on the Carnival Sunrise on September 9th, as reported by the Miami Herald. The fight, which took place between the pool and one of the ship’s bars, involved around thirty people. Video footage of the brawl was shared on Twitter, showing passengers punching and beating each other.
The Daily Mail and The Sun also covered the incident, with videos posted on TikTok and YouTube showing the beginning of the fight. These brawls are becoming increasingly common on Carnival cruise ships, with another notable incident occurring on the Carnival Magic last June. That fight involved around sixty passengers and took place at 5:20 a.m. as the ship was returning to port in New York after an eight-day Caribbean cruise.
Carnival Cruise Line has faced criticism for the frequency of these violent incidents. In 2009, concerns were raised about the potential for increased violence on larger ships. The combination of low prices, excessive alcohol consumption, and insufficiently trained security personnel has been cited as contributing factors. Carnival security guards are often seen struggling to control the situation, sometimes resorting to physical force themselves.
The recent brawl on the Carnival Paradise, which took place on June 6, was captured on video and has garnered thousands of views online. In the footage, the women can be seen throwing chairs, hitting, and dragging each other to the ground while yelling threats. Richardson, who filmed the incident, provided commentary, laughing and repeatedly shouting “God damn” as the fight escalated.
Security guards eventually intervened, but their attempts to calm the women were initially unsuccessful. The fight continued for several minutes before the women were finally separated. The dining area was left in disarray, with furniture strewn across the floor. Richardson expressed his frustration, saying, “The last night too, had to ruin it for everybody. Welcome to America.”
Carnival Cruise Line issued a statement following the incident, emphasizing their zero-tolerance policy for such behavior. “Carnival Paradise’s security team intervened in an incident that took place on June 6. As is our policy, we will not tolerate such behavior and the guests involved were fined and will not sail on Carnival Cruise Line again.” The company has a strict code of conduct for guests, with violations potentially resulting in a $500 fine.
The Carnival Paradise, which has a capacity of over 2,000 passengers, offers multiple restaurants, bars, and a water park. The ship travels from Tampa to various destinations, including the Bahamas and the Caribbean.
In another recent incident, a massive fight broke out on the Carnival Magic cruise ship, involving around 40 to 60 passengers. The U.S. Coast Guard was alerted to the brawl at 4 a.m. and deployed a vessel to escort the ship through New York Harbor. The NYPD was informed of the dispute around 5:20 a.m., and the fight reportedly began on the dance floor of a nightclub on the ship.
The NYPD and other authorities are investigating the incident, which occurred near the Verrazano Bridge connecting Brooklyn and Staten Island. The jurisdiction of the brawl remains unclear, as it is uncertain whether it began in international waters, New Jersey, or New York. The Coast Guard escorted the ship to Pier 88, where passengers disembarked without further incident.
Witnesses described the fight as starting with two people and quickly escalating as more passengers joined in. Theresa James, a travel agent on board, said the altercation was sparked by jealousy over an alleged threesome. She witnessed beer bottles being smashed and a woman possibly getting cut during the hour-long fight. James praised the cruise ship’s security for their handling of the situation, noting that it could have been much worse.
These incidents highlight the ongoing issue of violence on Carnival cruise ships, raising questions about the effectiveness of security measures and the impact of alcohol consumption on board. As Carnival Cruise Line continues to address these challenges, passengers are left to wonder about the safety and enjoyment of their future cruises.
Source: New York Post, Miami Herald, Daily Mail, The Sun, PIX 11, Fox News, Global News
