Royal Caribbean Wins Summary Judgment in Dropped Toddler Case
New Surveillance Video Shown to CBS News
New surveillance video shown to CBS News reveals the final moments before an 18-month-old girl fell from an 11th-floor window of a Royal Caribbean cruise ship in 2019. The video shows the girl's grandfather, Salvatore Anello, holding her in his arms as they walk along a hallway.
The Grandfather's Account
Anello has said that he was holding his granddaughter, Chloe Wiegand, in his arms when she slipped from his grasp and fell through an open window. He said that he had thought the window was closed and that he did not see any warning signs.
Royal Caribbean's Response
Royal Caribbean has denied any wrongdoing and has said that the window was properly closed and that there were warning signs posted. The company has also said that Anello was negligent in holding his granddaughter so close to the window.
The Court's Ruling
The 11th Circuit Court of Appeal ruled in favor of Royal Caribbean, saying that the company was not liable for the girl's death. The court found that there was no evidence that Royal Caribbean had been negligent and that Anello was solely responsible for the accident.
Conclusion
The ruling is a victory for Royal Caribbean, but it also raises questions about the safety of cruise ships. The case has highlighted the need for cruise lines to take steps to prevent children from falling from windows and other hazards.
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