ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Authorities in Antigua have officially suspended the search for Philippe Daniel Jules, a boat captain who went missing after reportedly falling overboard during a voyage from Antigua to Dominica on Tuesday night. The incident occurred as the vessel, carrying five crew members and six passengers, navigated waters northeast of Guadeloupe. According to the Coast Guard, Jules either fell overboard or was struck by the mast while attempting to avoid it. The boat was subsequently diverted to Guadeloupe, where it remains docked. Search-and-rescue operations, involving both aerial and marine efforts, were conducted across the surrounding area. However, after several days of intensive searching, officials have now halted the operation. The Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF) Coast Guard has expressed regret over the delayed response, noting that official notification of the incident was not received until early the following morning, significantly reducing the chances of a successful recovery.