Stepbrother in Anna Kepner Murder Case Taken Into Federal Custody
Timothy Hudson, the 16-year-old accused of murdering Anna Kepner on a cruise ship, has been ordered into federal custody. A judge revoked his previous release conditions, meaning he will remain detained until his trial.
Why it matters
The case is notable for its jurisdictional complexity, as the crime occurred in international waters, necessitating federal prosecution.
BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - The stepbrother accused of killing 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard a Carnival cruise ship last year has now been ordered into federal custody pending trial, per a sealed supplemental order obtained by ABC.
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