Anna Kepner's accused killer ordered into custody of US Marshals Service: Court documents
The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.
The Florida teen accused of attacking and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise vacation has had his release conditions revoked and has been ordered into custody of the U.S. Marshals Service, according to newly-unsealed court documents.
Defense: FBI doesn't have DNA evidence linking stepbrother to Anna Kepner's murder, asphyxiation
Federal prosecutors may be facing a significant evidentiary challenge in the murder case against Timothy Hudson, the teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise ship.
Federal prosecutors may be facing a significant evidentiary challenge in the murder case against Timothy Hudson, the teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard a family cruise ship.
Anna Kepner: Defense challenges forensic evidence in cruise ship murder
New court developments are raising questions about the strength of the federal case against a Central Florida teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister aboard a cruise ship. While defense attorneys argue key forensic evidence is missing, legal experts remain divided over whether the alleged gaps could undermine a conviction.
New court developments are raising questions about the strength of the federal case against a Central Florida teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister aboard a cruise ship. While defense attorneys argue key forensic evidence is missing, legal experts remain divided over whether the alleged gaps could undermine a conviction.
Anna Kepner update: Stepbrother 'kept squeezing' stepsister's neck for minutes until death, prosecutor says
A federal prosecutor called Timothy Hudson's alleged actions "barbaric," "intentional," and a "thoughtful act," claiming it was a calculated decision to kill her.
A federal prosecutor called Timothy Hudson's alleged actions "barbaric," "intentional," and a "thoughtful act," claiming it was a calculated decision to kill her.
Anna Kepner update: Timothy Hudson was Baker Acted after teen girl's death, court transcript reveals
An unsealed federal court transcript reveals that Timothy Hudson, 16, was committed under the Baker Act after returning to PortMiami, where FBI case agents noted he was crying uncontrollably but showed no visible physical injuries.
An unsealed federal court transcript reveals that Timothy Hudson, 16, was committed under the Baker Act after returning to PortMiami, where FBI case agents noted he was crying uncontrollably but showed no visible physical injuries.
Anna Kepner update: Timeline, witness statements the night of teen girl's death
An unsealed federal court transcript details a minute-by-minute timeline from closed-circuit television footage linking Anna Kepner's stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, 16, to the being in the cabin the last time she was seen alive.
An unsealed federal court transcript details a minute-by-minute timeline from closed-circuit television footage linking Anna Kepner's stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, 16, to the being in the cabin the last time she was seen alive.
Teen accused in stepsister’s cruise ship death released pending trial
A 16-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his stepsister on a family cruise will remain out of custody while awaiting trial, despite prosecutors arguing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Timothy Hudson is accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner last year while they were aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and sharing a cabin, according to court records discussed during a Wednesday hearing in Miami.
A 16-year-old charged as an adult in the death of his stepsister on a family cruise will remain out of custody while awaiting trial, despite prosecutors arguing he is a danger to the community and a flight risk. Timothy Hudson is accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner last year while they were aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship and sharing a cabin, according to court records discussed during a Wednesday hearing in Miami.
Teen murder suspect in family custody before trial
Following a May 27 court appearance, a federal judge allowed Timothy Hudson to remain in the custody of his family. Hudson will continue living with his uncle, FOX 35's Esther Bower reported. Hudson was seen leaving court with his family and attorneys before getting into a black SUV.
Following a May 27 court appearance, a federal judge allowed Timothy Hudson to remain in the custody of his family. Hudson will continue living with his uncle, FOX 35's Esther Bower reported. Hudson was seen leaving court with his family and attorneys before getting into a black SUV.
Anna Kepner murder suspect, stepbrother released
Timothy Hudson, the stepbrother of Anna Kepner and charged with murdering her on board a Carnival cruise ship was released from federal custody after the judge ruled he was not likely to be a flight risk and avoid future court hearings. FOX 35's Esther Bower joins Garrett Wymer to share the latest from federal court, the new evidence in Anna Kepner's death investigation and where the case against Timothy Hudson goes from here now that he's been released into his family's custody.
Timothy Hudson, the stepbrother of Anna Kepner and charged with murdering her on board a Carnival cruise ship was released from federal custody after the judge ruled he was not likely to be a flight risk and avoid future court hearings. FOX 35's Esther Bower joins Garrett Wymer to share the latest from federal court, the new evidence in Anna Kepner's death investigation and where the case against Timothy Hudson goes from here now that he's been released into his family's custody.
Anna Kepner update: Teen charged with killing stepsister remains with family before trial
Timothy Hudson, the teen charged in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship, is allowed to remain in the custody of his family before his jury trial.
Timothy Hudson, the teen charged in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship, is allowed to remain in the custody of his family before his jury trial.
Anna Kepner update: September jury trial date for stepbrother accused of killing teen girl
A trial date for a Florida teen accused of killing his stepsister while on family vacation has been moved to September.
A trial date for a Florida teen accused of killing his stepsister while on family vacation has been moved to September.
Timothy Hudson trial: Date set for stepbrother accused of killing Anna Kepner
A date is set for the jury trial of Timothy Hudson, the stepbrother of Anna Kepner who was charged with her murder.
A date is set for the jury trial of Timothy Hudson, the stepbrother of Anna Kepner who was charged with her murder.
Anna Kepner death: Timothy Hudson pleads not guilty in cruise ship murder case, awaits trial while free
A 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship is headed to trial after entering a not guilty plea in federal court, attorneys said Wednesday.
A 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship is headed to trial after entering a not guilty plea in federal court, attorneys said Wednesday.
Anna Kepner death: Teen accused of killing stepsister heading to trial
A teenager accused in the killing of Anna Kepner is moving toward trial in federal court, with his attorneys maintaining his innocence and requesting a jury trial. The 16-year-old defendant, identified as Kepner’s stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, is charged with raping and killing her aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
A teenager accused in the killing of Anna Kepner is moving toward trial in federal court, with his attorneys maintaining his innocence and requesting a jury trial. The 16-year-old defendant, identified as Kepner’s stepbrother, Timothy Hudson, is charged with raping and killing her aboard a Carnival cruise ship.
Suspect in Anna Kepner case to be taken to trial
The 16-year-old boy accused of killing and raping his stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival Cruise ship is set to be taken to trial. FOX 35's Esther Bower was in that Miami federal courtroom for a brief hearing on Wednesday. She spoke with Garrett Wymer live.
The 16-year-old boy accused of killing and raping his stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival Cruise ship is set to be taken to trial. FOX 35's Esther Bower was in that Miami federal courtroom for a brief hearing on Wednesday. She spoke with Garrett Wymer live.
Florida teen charged with rape, murder of Anna Kepner pleads not guilty to charges: Records
Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him, according to court records.
Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old boy accused of raping and killing his stepsister, Anna Kepner, during a family cruise vacation, has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him, according to court records.
Anna Kepner death: Attorneys for stepbrother Timothy Hudson argue he should remain free on bond
Update (April 21, 2026): Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with the murder of his 16-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of aggravated sexual abuse and first-degree murder, according to court records.
Update (April 21, 2026): Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old charged with the murder of his 16-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, aboard the Carnival Horizon cruise ship, has pleaded not guilty to federal charges of aggravated sexual abuse and first-degree murder, according to court records.
Attorneys for Timothy Hudson argue he should remain free on bond
Attorneys for a Florida teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister on a cruise ship are asking a judge to allow him to remain free on bond as he awaits trial, according to court filings. Defense attorneys for Timothy Hudson argue he has complied with all bond conditions.
Attorneys for a Florida teenager accused of raping and killing his stepsister on a cruise ship are asking a judge to allow him to remain free on bond as he awaits trial, according to court filings. Defense attorneys for Timothy Hudson argue he has complied with all bond conditions.
Anna Kepner's stepbrother expected in court this week
The stepbrother of Anna Kepner is expected to be arraigned in federal court this week. Timothy Hudson, 16, is accused of killing Anna Kepner inside her room on a cruise ship. Attorney Mark NeJame joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.
The stepbrother of Anna Kepner is expected to be arraigned in federal court this week. Timothy Hudson, 16, is accused of killing Anna Kepner inside her room on a cruise ship. Attorney Mark NeJame joins Good Day Orlando to talk about the case.
Anna Kepner: Arraignment scheduled for stepbrother accused of killing Florida teen on cruise
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner, who is accused of sexually attacking and killing his stepsister during a family cruise vacation, has an arraignment hearing scheduled for next week in Miami, according to online records.
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner, who is accused of sexually attacking and killing his stepsister during a family cruise vacation, has an arraignment hearing scheduled for next week in Miami, according to online records.