Overview

• Authorities identified the missing traveler as Jessica Collins, 47, who did not return to Carnival Horizon after its Sept. 17 stop in Bonaire.
• Surveillance images released by officials show her exiting the ship with a gray backpack while wearing a button-down shirt and shorts.
• Carnival reports she messaged its Care Team saying she was safe and did not want to be found or contacted again.
• The cruise line says she left a cash gratuity and a thank-you note for her stateroom attendant and appeared to act deliberately to be alone.
• Local agencies in Bonaire are coordinating with Carnival security and U.S. authorities, and are seeking tips via 9310 or 715-8000 as the investigation continues.