Teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival Cruise taken into custody following adult charges
Prosecutors said no release conditions could protect the public as Hudson faces adult charges that could bring life in prison.
- On Monday a federal judge ordered 16-year-old Timothy Hudson into custody after months of legal disputes over his pretrial release. Hudson reported to the Tampa courthouse, where U.S. Marshals took him into custody pending trial.
- Because the incident occurred in international waters, the case is being prosecuted in federal court. The detention order resolved months of legal disputes regarding Hudson's pretrial freedom and release conditions.
- Federal authorities allege Hudson was responsible for the November 2025 death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner aboard the Carnival Horizon. Hudson has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
- The Kepner Family thanked the FBI, the United States Attorney's Office, and the U.S. Marshals Service for securing the detention. Family members expressed relief, stating they are now at peace knowing he cannot harm anyone while awaiting trial.
- Prosecutors can now prepare for evidentiary hearings without the logistical complications of pretrial release conditions. The family remains focused on honoring Anna's memory as the trial approaches in the coming months.
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