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Bonaire Searches for U.S. Cruise Passenger Who Texted She Didn't Want To Be Found

Local officials are coordinating with Carnival alongside U.S. agencies to locate her.

Overview

  • Jessica Collins, 47, failed to reboard the Carnival Horizon after its Sept. 17 call in Bonaire and remains unaccounted for.
  • Carnival says she left the ship with her belongings in a backpack, leaving a cash gratuity and a thank-you note for her stateroom attendant.
  • The cruise line reports she later texted a Care Team member that she was safe and did not want to be found or contacted again.
  • Surveillance images released by authorities show her departing with a gray backpack while wearing a short-sleeved Hawaiian button-down shirt and shorts.
  • Bonaire officials have opened an investigation with port and tourism authorities plus ship security, urging tips to 9310 or 715 8000.