A woman died after falling from a cruise ship near the Channel Islands.

On board the majestic MSC Virtuosa, there is a bustling community of over 1,500 crew members and up to 6,300 passengers at any given time. However, amidst the excitement and adventure of a voyage, tragedy struck in the early hours of this morning. A woman tragically passed away after falling overboard near the Channel Islands.

The MSC Virtuosa, with its impressive 18 decks, was nearing its arrival at Southampton after a journey from Lisbon. Suddenly, at around 2am on Saturday, the Man Overboard alarm sounded, causing a stir among the passengers. One passenger shared with MailOnline that the ship quickly turned 180 degrees in an effort to retrace its route and locate the missing woman.

Unfortunately, the woman was found lifeless and was retrieved from the water north of Les Casquets rocks, near Alderney. Cecilia Speck, who was on board with her husband, described the scene as traumatic. She also commended the staff for their efforts in keeping people calm during the distressing situation. She expressed her condolences for the woman's family and all those affected by the incident.

As the search and rescue team arrived from the Channel Islands and France, loud blasts echoed through the darkness and spotlights illuminated the sea. A French emergency services source disclosed that infra-red cameras were used to locate the victim, who would have struggled to survive in the frigid water.

The woman's identity and nationality have not been disclosed to the public at this time. Passengers and crew were asked to keep the woman's family and friends in their thoughts and prayers as the search continued. Upon arriving in Southampton, two hours later than scheduled, passengers and crew were interviewed by the police.

A spokesperson for the French coastguard confirmed that investigations have begun following the tragic incident. The MSC Virtuosa, with a cost of £650 million, boasts a crew of over 1,500 and has a capacity for 6,300 passengers. Before the unfortunate event, the ship had made stops at Alicante, Malaga, Majorca, Barcelona, and Valencia, making for a fulfilling journey for its passengers.

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