Husband Arrested in Bahamas Over Wife Lynette Hooker’s Disappearance at Sea

Brian Hooker was arrested by the Royal Bahamas Police Force and is being questioned in connection with Lynette's disappearance.

Hooker had told authorities that Lynette fell overboard from a small dinghy while returning to their yacht.

ABC News

Lynette's daughter expressed doubt about the official account, saying it just doesn’t add up.

Hooker's attorney said he categorically and unequivocally denies any wrongdoing.

The U.S. Coast Guard has opened a criminal investigation and is taking the lead.

Brian Hooker told authorities that Lynette fell overboard with the ignition key, causing the engine to shut off.

Lynette's daughter questioned why Lynette had the keys when Brian was usually in charge of them.

ABC News

She described a history of domestic violence between Brian and Lynette.

A 2015 police report detailed a domestic violence incident in which Lynette was arrested.

The couple had been sailing together for more than a decade.

The search has involved multiple agencies including the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the U.S. Coast Guard.

The search has spanned marine, land, and aerial areas with drone support.

The U.S. State Department is working with Bahamian authorities.

Lynette's family has called for a full and complete investigation.

The investigation remains active as authorities continue to search for Lynette.