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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Canada cruise worker arrest
2. Cruise ship scissors stabbing incident
A 35-year-old man working for Norwegian Cruise Line was arrested in Juneau, Alaska, after allegedly stabbing three people aboard a ship with medical scissors. Ntando Sogoni, a South African national, faces assault charges and up to 10 years in prison if convicted. According to the FBI, Sogoni was hired by Norwegian the day before the incident and exhibited irrational behavior. The stabbing occurred west of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, and none of the injuries were life-threatening. Norwegian Cruise Line is cooperating with authorities in the investigation and has condemned the violent behavior. The cruise ship continued its journey as scheduled, with online trackers showing it in Skagway, Alaska.
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The Norwegian Cruise Line Stabbing Incident in Alaska
A 35-year-old man working for Norwegian Cruise Line was arrested in Juneau, Alaska, on Tuesday after allegedly stabbing three people aboard a ship with medical scissors on Monday. The U.S. District Attorney’s office charged Ntando Sogoni, identified as a South African national, with assault with a dangerous weapon within maritime and territorial jurisdiction. Sogoni faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Details of the Incident
According to an affidavit from FBI Special Agent Matthew Judy, Norwegian hired Sogoni the day before the stabbing. He joined the Norwegian Encore in Seattle. The affidavit stated that crew members saw Sogoni trying to deploy a lifeboat on Sunday and that security officers escorted him to a medical center for an assessment. However, he then “became irrational and attempted to leave.”
The FBI reported that Sogoni attacked a security guard and a nurse before running into a room where a 75-year-old woman was being examined. Using a pair of scissors, Sogoni stabbed the woman in the arm, hand, and face. Security officers intervened, and Sogoni also stabbed two guards in the head and back. Fortunately, none of the injuries were life-threatening.
The Location of the Incident
Sogoni was detained and held in a jail on the ship until it arrived at its next port in Juneau. Based on information from Norwegian security, the stabbing is estimated to have occurred at 1:50 a.m. west of Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
Response from Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian did not comment on the status of the victims or what vetting Sogoni received before beginning employment. The company told The Washington Post it is assisting authorities in the investigation. “We condemn violent behavior of this nature and are committed to the safety and security of all crew members and guests on our ships,” Norwegian said in an email statement. “We commend the onboard security team for their brave actions.”
The company did not confirm whether the trip continued as scheduled, but online cruise trackers show the Encore in Skagway, Alaska, as of Wednesday — aligning with the cruise itinerary.
This shocking incident aboard the Norwegian Cruise Line ship has raised concerns about safety and security measures on cruise ships. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to ensure that justice is served for the victims of this tragic event.
