Coast Guard seizes sailboat in Lynette Hooker's disappearance probe, sources say
Summary
The U.S. Coast Guard has taken control of a sailboat called "Soulmate" connected to the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, a Michigan mother missing since April 2026 in the Bahamas. Investigators are interviewing witnesses and looking into other boats as part of the ongoing investigation.Key Facts
- The sailboat "Soulmate," used by Brian and Lynette Hooker, was seized by the U.S. Coast Guard.
- The boat left Marsh Harbour in the Bahamas on a trip to the U.S. before being taken into custody.
- Lynette Hooker was last seen on April 4, 2026, near Aunt Pat’s Bay, Bahamas.
- Her husband, Brian Hooker, reported she fell overboard during a nighttime dinghy ride.
- Brian Hooker denies any wrongdoing and has not been charged with a crime.
- Bahamian authorities held Brian Hooker for five days before releasing him.
- Investigators are interviewing witnesses and seeking information about another sailboat seen in the area.
- Brian Hooker traveled to the U.S. after his release and his current location is unknown.
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