An 18‑year‑old woman was discovered dead beneath her bed on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship in November, sparking an investigation into the circumstances of her death.
Shocking Discovery on the Carnival Horizon
Crew members found an 18‑year‑old woman, Anna Kepner, deceased under her bed in her cabin while the ship was sailing to the Caribbean.
Body Wrapped in Blanket and Life Jackets
Her body was wrapped in a blanket and covered with life jackets, as reported by ABC News.
No Signs of Sexual Assault or Substance Use
Preliminary information indicates no evidence of sexual assault, and no drugs or alcohol were detected in her system.
Stepbrother Suspected, Cabin Share
The Miami‑Dade Medical Examiner’s Office identified a 16‑year‑old stepbrother of the deceased, who shared a cabin with her during the cruise, as a suspect.
Investigation by FBI and Medical Examiner
The FBI is conducting an investigation into the sudden death, while the Medical Examiner’s Office provided the death time of November 7 at 11:17 a.m.
Preliminary Findings Point to Strangulation
A British newspaper reported that investigators noted two bruises on either side of her neck and preliminary findings suggest strangulation caused by a punch to the neck.
