Eighteen-year-old Anna Kepner was found dead aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on Nov. 8. A source told ABC News that she died of asphyxiation resulting from a bar hold, with bruises found on the side of her neck.
Family Remembers Kepner
Kepner’s family described her as a happy, bubbly, straight-A student with a bright future. They said they will remember her positivity and accomplishments despite the tragedy.
Investigation Details
Preliminary information indicates no signs of sexual assault and no drugs or alcohol in her system, though autopsy and toxicology reports have not yet been completed. She was found under a bed, wrapped in a blanket and covered by life vests.
Stepsibling Under Review
A court filing related to an unrelated family matter noted that Kepner’s stepsibling could face criminal charges. The FBI is actively investigating her death, and authorities have declined further comment due to the ongoing investigation.
Ongoing Investigation
The Miami-Dade Medical Examiner’s Office and the FBI continue to review the circumstances surrounding Kepner’s death, with officials withholding details until the investigation concludes.
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