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Carnival Cruise Line is making headlines after a violent brawl broke out among passengers returning to the U.S. via the Galveston cruise terminal. The disturbing incident, caught on video, resulted in 24 people being permanently banned from sailing with the cruise company.
📹 What Happened on the Dock?
Phone footage from the scene revealed:
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A large group throwing punches near the customs line
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The brawl crossing safety barriers as others ran to safety
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One man being knocked down and assaulted by several others
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Luggage scattered across the terminal floor amid the panic
Security teams intervened quickly, while fellow travelers stood back in shock.
🌴 Cruise Returned from Caribbean Tour
The fight broke out just as passengers returned from a week-long Carnival Jubilee voyage, which had toured parts of Mexico and Honduras.
A spokesperson for Carnival Cruise Line confirmed:
“The incident occurred in the debarkation area under the authority of U.S. Customs and Border Patrol. The matter was turned over to law enforcement. We will not tolerate such behavior, and 24 people have been placed on our Do Not Sail list.”
👮 One Arrested, Others Detained
Officials reported that:
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10 passengers were temporarily detained
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Only one arrest was made:
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Name: Ethan Meritt-Clark
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Age: 21
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From: Chicago, IL
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Charge: First-degree felony for injury to an elderly person
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Bond: $5,000
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Meritt-Clark initially claimed he was attacked by people he had argued with earlier during a basketball game onboard, but later admitted he had pushed an elderly man who tried to calm things down.
🛑 Carnival’s Strict No-Violence Policy
Carnival made its stance clear:
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Physical altercations will lead to lifetime bans
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Passenger safety and order are non-negotiable
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All incidents will be handled with law enforcement cooperation
This is part of the cruise line’s efforts to maintain a safe and enjoyable environment for all passengers.
