16 Carnival Cruisers Hit with Lifetime Ban After Fight in Customs Line

A viral video of a huge fight near customs in PortMiami has been spreading like wildfire online. After the arrival of Carnival Conquest, a massive brawl broke out that reportedly began between two families.

A cruise vacation is supposed to be a relaxing experience, and the goal is to come back refreshed and recharged. But for more than a dozen cruisers, it was the post-cruise customs line that set the stage for a massive fight.

By now, a few videos of the fight have surfaced. Phone cameras captured part of the fight as pushing, shoving, grappling, and punching ensued in the chaos of the moment.

According to news reports, two women started the fight. One dressed in a black dress went under a divider and began throwing fists at another woman in polka dot pajamas.

Another individual joined in the fight and grabbed the hair of one of the women.

The fighting individuals struggled to stay on their feet as the video shows them in their bare feet or just socks on the tile floor.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection got involved to try to break up the fight even as several more people joined in the brawl and create even more chaos.

Besides fists and elbows, luggage was also flying. In one video a suitcase can be seen being tossed into the fray.

The fight went on for a few minutes before it was finally peaceful again, but the damage had been done for at least 16 people who are now banned from Carnival Cruise Line for life.

None of the people involved decided to press charges so no arrests were made. There is no clear answer as to what exactly started the fight, and no serious injuries were reported.

According to a statement sent to DailyMail, the cruise line stated,

“The incident occurred in the debarkation area under the authority of US Customs and Border Patrol. We are appreciative of law enforcement’s swift response and handling of the matter. We do not tolerate such behavior.”

The incident does not seem to have impacted the next cruise on Carnival Conquest as the 2,980 double-capacity ship was able to leave on schedule on a 4-day sailing to The Bahamas.