The U.S. Coast Guard Investigative Service seized the sailboat Soulmate about 40 miles off the coast of Melbourne, Florida, as part of an ongoing investigation into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker. The operation involved Coast Guard crews, aircraft, and federal authorities. Officials confirmed the vessel was stopped and later lost power, requiring a tow by the Coast Guard Cutter Winslow Griesser. It was then transferred to a Coast Guard crew in Fort Pierce to navigate through the inlet. The boat is now being held for further examination by investigators. Lynette Hooker vanished earlier while aboard the Soulmate. Authorities have not released additional details but emphasized the case remains active. The Coast Guard says it is not sharing more information at this time. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Coast Guard Investigative Service tip line. The investigation continues as officials work to determine what happened to Hooker. The Coast Guard has not ruled out any possibilities in the case. The Soulmate was the last known location linked to Hooker before her disappearance. Federal agents are analyzing the vessel and any evidence aboard as part of their probe.
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Coast Guard Seizes Sailboat Near Melbourne in Missing Woman Case
The U.S. Coast Guard has taken control of a sailboat as part of an investigation into the disappearance of Lynette Hooker off the Florida coast.
Source: WFTV