Coast Guard Launches Search for Alleged Carnival Cruise Passenger Overboard

The U.S. Coast Guard is conducting a search for a 30-year-old male passenger who allegedly jumped overboard from the Carnival Elation cruise ship near Florida. The search efforts involve air and surface crews and are ongoing. The ship was en route to Jacksonville when the incident occurred. Carnival Cruise Line confirmed the incident and stated that the missing passenger was discovered to have jumped after an exhaustive search and review of security camera footage. The Coast Guard identified the missing guest as Jaylen Hill and continues to search for him. The Carnival Care Team is providing support to the guest's family.