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  • Daleela Ferry Incident: Greek Man Dies Onboard Amid Medical Response

    Daleela Ferry Incident: Greek Man Dies Onboard Amid Medical Response

    daleela ferry — A tragic incident aboard the ferry Daleela has led to the death of a 56-year-old Greek man who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while en route to Limassol.

    • daleela ferry — A tragic incident aboard the ferry Daleela has led to the death of a 56-year-old Greek man who suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while en route to Limassol.
    • The company extended their heartfelt condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased passenger, acknowledging the profound impact of this tragedy.

    On the morning of 27 August, shortly before the vessel’s scheduled arrival at Limassol port, the passenger experienced severe chest pain and collapsed in a public area of the ship approximately 20 nautical miles from Cyprus. The operator, Scandro Holdings Ltd, confirmed the unfortunate event and expressed deep sorrow over the loss.

    According to the company’s statement, the ship’s doctor responded immediately, administering necessary medical care and following established protocols. Despite the resuscitation efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

    Scandro Holdings reassured the public that all safety measures were adhered to without delay. They stated, “The ship is fully equipped with all necessary medical equipment required by law, including a defibrillator,” firmly dismissing reports suggesting a lack of medical resources on board.

    Upon the ferry’s arrival at Limassol, local police attended to conduct examinations. The investigation into the cause of death is being led by the Agios Ioannis police station, with a post-mortem examination planned to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.

    The company extended their heartfelt condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased passenger, acknowledging the profound impact of this tragedy.