U.S. Coast Guard concludes Bahamas mission in Lynette Hooker disappearance investigation

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06/08/2026 03:32 PM EDT

The U.S. Coast Guard concluded its mission to the Bahamas in support of the ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker, Friday. Search operations employed a range of specialized capabilities, including divers, remotely operated underwater vehicles, unmanned aerial systems, and a cadaver dog to thoroughly examine newly identified areas of interest.
A USCGC Margaret Norvell (WPC-1105) boat crew and CGIS Investigators search for a missing person during a CGIS investigation in the Bahamas, Jun. 3, 2026. Search operations employed a range of specialized capabilities, including divers, remotely operated underwater vehicles, unmanned aerial systems, and a cadaver dog to thoroughly examine newly identified areas of interest. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Riley Perkofski)