The following is a joint statement released today by Barbados Port Inc. and Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. after a visitor died in an accident at the Port:
It is with deep regret that we report a death following an accident involving a third party vehicle today at the Port of Bridgetown.
The elderly female was a passenger on board the Saga Sapphire cruise ship which arrived in Port today at 6 am, carrying approximately 650 passengers.
The Royal Barbados Police Force and other officials are currently conducting investigations into the incident.
The Barbados Tourism Marketing Incorporated (BTMI) has made counsellors available to those affected by the incident.
The vessel is due to depart the port tonight on its way to the UK.
We are saddened by this occurrence and extend condolences to the family of the deceased. (PR/SAT)