An autopsy has revealed that Thomas David Harman, a 72-year-old man from Kelowna, died from blunt force traumatic injuries after falling from a height while on a catamaran near Belize. His body was discovered last week on the boat, which had drifted perilously after the incident. The details surrounding his fall are still under investigation, with multiple reports suggesting he may have fallen from the sail while navigating the waters.

The situation escalated when the drifting boat came in contact with a cruise ship, which was able to rescue another woman on board but could not assist in retrieving Harman's body. Gregory Soberanis, the commandant of the Belize Coast Guard, confirmed the rescue operation's details, highlighting the boat's unfortunate circumstances and the difficulties presented by its condition

The incident has raised concerns regarding safety measures on sailing vessels, especially considering the circumstances of Harman's death. Speculations about the cause of his fall have led to discussions among maritime safety advocates about enforcing stricter regulations to protect individuals aboard such marine crafts, particularly those with less experience or age-related vulnerabilities.