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.