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Family of Missing Chicago Woman in Bahamas Urges U.S. Intervention

Taylor Casey's loved ones demand federal action as they criticize Bahamian authorities on her 42nd birthday.

  • Taylor Casey, a 41-year-old from Chicago, vanished on June 19 during a yoga retreat on Paradise Island.
  • Her family and friends claim Bahamian police are not taking the case seriously and allege corruption.
  • Casey's mother and friends held a press conference, urging Illinois senators to pressure the State Department and FBI.
  • The Royal Bahamas Police Force has faced criticism for their handling of the investigation and lack of updates.
  • Casey's identity as a transgender Black woman is believed to be impacting the urgency of the search.
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