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Tourist drowns at The Baths

January 21st, 2014 | Tags: tourist death Baths Virgin Gorda
It has been confirmed by Police and other sources at Virgin Gorda that a tourist died earlier today January 21, 2014 at the Baths, Valley, Virgin Gorda. Photo: VINO/File
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI - It has been confirmed by Police and other sources at Virgin Gorda that a tourist died earlier today January 21, 2014 at the Baths, Valley, Virgin Gorda.

The deceased has been identified as, Mr. Oriental Pass, 76 of Florida, United States of America. According to our reliable sources, the man and his wife Jackie Pass were guests of a local charter, Sunsail and were on the island as tourists.

It was related that the elderly man had jumped into the water to swim when he allegedly went under and was taking a while to surface.

By the time persons realized that something was amiss and went to investigate, they had to pull him ashore. Despite valiant effort to resuscitate using CPR, Mr. Pass succumbed.

By the time medical aid and Police arrived on the scene, he was already lifeless.

26 Responses to “Tourist drowns at The Baths”

  • persia (21/01/2014, 16:50) Like (3) Dislike (1) Reply
    on no yet again how sad
  • sheils (21/01/2014, 18:00) Like (0) Dislike (8) Reply
    Always in our waters
    • ccc (21/01/2014, 18:05) Like (5) Dislike (3) Reply
      And one is your point?
    • AC 360 (21/01/2014, 19:28) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
      Serious thing!
    • Abby (22/01/2014, 18:01) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      A lot of tourists, who are used to swimming pools, don't know how strong the undercurrent of the sea is and find themselves fighting to stay afloat. This might put an immediate strain on the heart which can cause a heart attack and may be fatal to the poor visitors. Also it seems to happen to seniors. This seems to have happened a few times, sadly.
  • virgin gorda (21/01/2014, 19:34) Like (4) Dislike (6) Reply
    Our condolence to the family of the disease May God bless his sole
  • Assistance (21/01/2014, 19:35) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    My sincere sympathy to Mrs. Pass. I know if French, German or Italians pass away they receive councelling from their Countries Consuls, residing in the BVI. Since the US Warden Sarah Somers left some years ago, -- who is here to help the American Citizens? A widow that devastated needs a lot of help. Hope we can provide it for her.
    • yes (22/01/2014, 09:09) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      There is an on call team that have been trained in dealing with sudden bereavements and tragedies. I think this is through the tourist board, a friend of mine does it. It is for all nationalities when a tragedy strikes.
  • Awe (21/01/2014, 20:51) Like (1) Dislike (5) Reply
    I am so sorry for you're lost ............ We'll if yo drowning do not do it in tola
  • foxy (21/01/2014, 21:28) Like (0) Dislike (3) Reply
    Rip hope your family still returns next year
  • tretretrete (21/01/2014, 21:35) Like (3) Dislike (3) Reply
    Y the hell all these beaches don't have life guard? what kinda tourism country is this?
    • What? (22/01/2014, 09:15) Like (7) Dislike (0) Reply
      Who said it was a beach? The story said he jumped off their yacht to swim and didn't resurface. YOu want life guards attached to each charter boat as well? schups.
  • Outlaw (21/01/2014, 23:24) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply

    Can't believe dumb .. pple , Tragedy occur anyway , it happen all over the world , no 1 can tell time or place , can't believe our island is full of so many idiots , just wish the family condolences , rather than saying why tortola , damn idiots , hate u all 4 that

  • wendal (21/01/2014, 23:32) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    @ virgin Gorda...deceased not disease and soul not sole
  • pat (22/01/2014, 07:04) Like (0) Dislike (2) Reply
    Another one bites the dust rip
  • bluff (22/01/2014, 07:48) Like (0) Dislike (1) Reply
    all the more reason to follow up on a medical clinic on VG but NDp will bluff us again
  • long look me come from (22/01/2014, 07:59) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    My sincere condolences go out to the friends and especially the family of Mr. Oriental Pass. It is a tragedy and our thoughts and prayers are with you
  • ethly (22/01/2014, 08:07) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    I am really sorry to hear this. My prayer goes out to his wife

  • billyb (22/01/2014, 08:14) Like (0) Dislike (3) Reply
    somebody please remind me if this is a leap year, my gosh!!!!!!
  • peace (22/01/2014, 08:43) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Don't you think we need lifeguards over there
  • Mr Shovels (22/01/2014, 11:07) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Condolences to the family, such a terrible thing to happen while on vacation.
    Maybe the government should ban swimming over 65 or just ban swimming all together since its so dangerous, like like riding a motorcycle. sarcasm/
  • Bob the Builder (23/01/2014, 13:08) Like (1) Dislike (1) Reply
    Orien was one of my wife's relatives. He was 76 and apparently in good health. We appreciate the sentiments - condolences.

    As we are all getting older and headed towards our ultimate demise, it is a good time to be reminded to make the most of every day. Don't shrink back from an activity! To borrow a line from the movie the Bucket List - "Have you had joy in your life?" and "Did you bring joy to others during your life?". God created us so!
    • eak (02/02/2014, 20:53) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      I was there in virgin gorda as a tourist wen this tragedy occured. Rip dear man and god praise his family may u all live well qand hapily


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