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FBI Probes Teen's Death on Carnival Cruise
19 Nov, 2025
Summary
- An 18-year-old woman died aboard a Carnival cruise ship earlier this month.
- The FBI is leading a federal investigation into the death, which remains active.
- Court filings detail FBI concerns about a potential criminal case involving a minor.
The FBI is actively investigating the death of an 18-year-old Brevard County woman, Anna Kepner, aboard a Carnival cruise ship. Kepner, from Titusville, was discovered deceased on November 9th, on a cruise that had sailed from Miami. Investigators have described the discovery site as a "grim location."
Recent court filings in Brevard County have surfaced, revealing the FBI's efforts to ascertain the circumstances surrounding Kepner's death. An attorney connected to the case has requested the court prevent Kepner's mother from testifying, citing concerns that the FBI might pursue a criminal case involving one of her minor children.
As of the latest reports, no charges have been filed, and the FBI has not indicated any immediate plans to do so. The investigation remains ongoing, with the FBI continuing to review the case. Channel 9 is monitoring developments and reviewing court documents as they become available.
