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Tragic end: Captain Bartolomei suddenly dies on a cruise tour!
Captain Michele Bartolomei dies while cruising on the Diamond Princess. A sudden medical emergency shocked the passengers.
Tragic end: Captain Bartolomei suddenly dies on a cruise tour!
The captain of the *Diamond Princess*, Michele Bartolomei, died unexpectedly. The incident occurred during a 19-day cruise that toured Japan, Korea, Taiwan and China. Loud RTL A medical emergency call was placed on one deck of the ship at 2 a.m., requesting the medical team to report immediately to the center on deck 4. Hours later, Bartolomei's death was announced.
Passengers were informed of the tragic incident upon entering Taipei Port on May 19. All travelers received a letter in which the crew expressed their “deep sadness” at the loss of their captain. Princess Cruises also shared the news of Bartolomei's death on social media and assured passengers that their safety and the smooth running of the trip are top priorities.
Career and passion
Captain Michele Bartolomei, who worked for Princess Cruises for nearly 30 years, lived in Canada and was an avid fisherman. He was about to celebrate 30 years of service, having worked on various ships since 1991. The exact cause of the captain's death is still unknown.
After Bartolomei's death, Captain Salvatore Macera took command of the *Diamond Princess*. Despite the tragic incident, the crew decided to continue the cruise. Loud t-online.de, the shipping company emphasized that it would do everything to ensure the safety of the passengers and secure the further course of the trip.