Death of man on cruise ship sailing to LA after being restrained by crew members prompts FBI probe

LOS ANGELES -- The FBI is investigating an incident aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship that resulted in the death of a passenger.

The incident took place Friday aboard the Navigator of the Seas, which was sailing from Ensenada, Baja California, to Los Angeles, officials said.

The passenger allegedly became unruly and crew members were called in, according to witnesses. He was identified as Michael Virgil, 35.

A video of the incident showed crew members restraining the man on the floor with towels.

It is unclear when the man died after being restrained.

"The FBI responded to a Royal Caribbean cruise on Monday when it docked in Los Angeles and is investigating an incident on board that resulted in death," the FBI said in a statement.

Royal Caribbean Cruises released a statement after the incident, saying, "We are saddened by the passing of one of our guests. We offered support to the family and are working with authorities on their investigation."

KABC-TV contributed to this report.