A father tragically drowned after jumping from a cruise ship, leaving his family heartbroken and searching for answers.
Broomfield: It’s such a heartbreaking story. A dad of four, Dan McGilvray, jumped off a cruise ship in the Caribbean on Boxing Day. His family tried everything to stop him, but it was too late.
Dan, 51, from Colorado, was reportedly having a tough time. He shouted, “I can’t take it anymore,” before he jumped from the Norwegian Epic. It’s just so tragic.
He hit a lifeboat on the way down and then disappeared into the water. The cruise ship even paused its journey to search for him, but sadly, they couldn’t find him.
Authorities think he might have reacted badly to his seizure medication. It’s just so sad to think about what his family is going through right now.
They set up a GoFundMe page to help his family, and it’s already raised around $29,000. His wife and four sons are going to need all the support they can get.
Everyone who knew Dan says he was a great guy—funny, hardworking, and devoted to his family. It’s just a huge loss for them.
The cruise line is also offering support to his family during this tough time. It’s a reminder of how quickly life can change.
