FBI Investigates Death of Florida Teen on Carnival Cruise Ship
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FBI Investigates Death of Florida Teen on Carnival Cruise Ship

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The FBI is investigating the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard the Carnival Horizon, with a minor stepsibling under scrutiny.

The FBI is investigating the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, who was found deceased aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025. Kepner, a senior at Temple Christian School in Titusville, Florida, was traveling with her father, stepmother, and three stepsiblings.

A court filing in her stepmother's divorce case indicates that one of the minor children is under investigation. The filing states that the FBI has advised that a criminal case may be initiated against one of the minor children.

The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office has not yet released the cause or manner of death. Carnival Cruise Line confirmed that the ship returned to PortMiami as scheduled on November 8 and is cooperating with the FBI's investigation.

A memorial service for Kepner is scheduled for Thursday, with attendees encouraged to wear colorful attire in honor of her vibrant personality.

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The FBI is investigating the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, who was found deceased aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship on November 7, 2025.

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Kepner, a senior at Temple Christian School in Titusville, Florida, was traveling with her father, stepmother, and three stepsiblings.

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A court filing in her stepmother's divorce case indicates that one of the minor children is under investigation.

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The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office has not yet released the cause or manner of death.

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