A 44-year-old woman from El Salvador went overboard from the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Odyssey of the Seas early on October 9 while the vessel was sailing near the Greek island of Zakynthos. Greek authorities confirmed that she was seen conscious in the Ionian Sea shortly after the incident.

Officials from Greece’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the woman was located in the waters surrounding Zakynthos. The passenger later stated that her decision to jump from the ship stemmed from a desire to disembark. Details on the circumstances leading to her jump remain limited, and authorities have not disclosed any information suggesting foul play or an accident.

The incident underscores concerns about passenger safety and protocols for cruise ship disembarkation, particularly in cases where individuals may have urgent reasons to leave the ship outside official port stops. Investigations are ongoing to determine the full context of the event and to assess the response measures taken by the cruise operator and Greek maritime authorities.

No further information regarding the passenger’s condition following the rescue or any subsequent actions has been released at this time.