A 35-year-old California man's tragic death aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship has sparked a lawsuit, alleging excessive alcohol consumption and negligence. Michael Virgil, from Moreno Valley, embarked on the Navigator of the Seas with his fiancée and son. The lawsuit claims that Royal Caribbean crew members overserved Virgil, who was visibly intoxicated, leading to a series of unfortunate events. Virgil became disoriented, agitated, and was tackled to the ground by security members. Allegedly, the crew also administered Haloperidol, a prescription medication, and used pepper spray on him. Tragically, Virgil died under their care. The family's legal team emphasizes that Royal Caribbean had a duty to refuse alcohol to visibly intoxicated individuals, which they failed to do, potentially endangering Virgil's life. This incident mirrors a previous lawsuit involving a 66-year-old woman who went overboard after excessive drinking. The family of Dulcie White, who was on a Taylor Swift-themed cruise, accused the crew of continuing to serve her alcohol despite clear signs of intoxication. The case highlights the potential dangers of unlimited drink packages and the responsibility of cruise lines to ensure passenger safety.
