While working as an employee of Norwegian Cruise Line, Ilija Loncar relied on his right arm to perform his job. As a waiter, Loncar was responsible for carrying trays and dishes to and from patrons as well as ensuring the general cleanliness of the Breakaway, the ship on which he worked.

But on March 28, 2016, Loncar lost his arm at the hands of a fellow Norwegian Cruise Line employee.