LAMB OF GOD's Headbangers Boat charter cruise has safely returned to Miami after a tragic incident involving a man going overboard. The incident occurred on Friday, November 3, while the ship was sailing near the Bahamas on its way back to Port Miami.

According to a spokesperson for cruise line Norwegian Cruise Line, a search for the missing 41-year-old passenger was immediately launched. The captain of the Norwegian Pearl, the ship hosting the charter cruise, conducted a nine-hour search and rescue mission. Regrettably, the search had to be canceled due to the unsuccessful results, and the vessel resumed its course to Miami.

The U.S. Coast Guard, along with the Royal Bahamas Defense Force, joined the search efforts. The missing passenger was last seen around 4 a.m., approximately 20 miles east of Cay Say Bahamas.

A statement released by Norwegian Cruise Line expressed their notification of the incident and their coordination with the United States Coast Guard. The investigation remains ongoing, and updates will be shared as appropriate. The cruise line extended their thoughts and prayers to the loved ones of the missing passenger during this difficult time.

LAMB OF GOD also released a statement expressing their deep sadness over the tragic incident. The band sent their love and support to the family and loved ones of the missing passenger.

Riki Rachtman, co-host of Headbangers Boat and known for hosting MTV's "Headbangers Ball," addressed the incident in a video message on social media. He shared the devastation felt by everyone on the cruise and emphasized the sense of community within the metal community.

The Headbangers Boat cruise, organized by Sixthman in partnership with Norwegian Cruise Line, offered a unique experience for heavy metal music lovers, with LAMB OF GOD headlining the event.

Although specific statistics on overboard incidents are not compiled by the U.S. government, on average, about 20 such incidents are reported annually. Survival rates in such cases depend on various factors like injury upon impact, rescue time by the crew, and weather conditions. Rough seas and low water temperatures can complicate rescue efforts.

As the Headbangers Boat cruise safely concludes, the metal community mourns the loss of one of their own. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends affected by this tragic incident.