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NEWYou can listen to Fox News articles now! The daughter of the American woman who is missing in The Bahamas believes that Brian Hooker uses his mother’s illness to leave the island after spending five days in jail in Freeport. Karli Aylesworth said on Friday to Fox News Digital that Hooker’s mom has been “terminally sick for a while.” Hooker left The Bahamas abruptly on Wednesday, after saying that he would stay in the country to look for his missing wife, Aylesworth’s mother, Lynette. He made this promise in interviews given by news outlets on Tuesday. Terrel Butler told Fox News Digital that Hooker’s main focus is to continue the search for his missing wife. “So, as long as he is able to remain in the Bahamas he will remain in the Bahamas. “FRIENDS OF BRIAN HOOPER SPEAK OUT, QUESTIONS THE DISAPPEARANCE WOMAN IN BAHAMAS MYSTERYBut approximately 24 hours later, Hooker switched his mind. “Mr. Hooker now faces another emergency after his release from custody, without charge. Butler told NBC News that on Wednesday afternoon, “Mr. Hooker is also dealing with the trauma of losing his wife of 25-years and his mother’s grave health. “He has traveled [to] the United States of America in order to be by her side during this critical period. “Butler didn’t say where in the U.S. Hooker would be going, but a Fox News Digital source said he landed at Atlanta. COAST GUARD OPENS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATES INTO MISSING WOMAN LASTS SEEN IN BAHAMASAYLESWORTH, WHO ARRIVED IN THE BAHAMAS ON THURSDAY, has been critical since her mother Lynette disappeared. “I think it shows the character of his stepfather.” Find out more on the TRUE CRIME HUB. Hooker abandoned the couple’s 40-foot sailboat, called “Soulmate,” anchored near a marina in Marsh Harbour. The New York Post snapped close-up photos of the idle boat. Find out more on the TRUE CRIMES HUBHooker abandoned a 40-foot sailboat called “Soulmate” anchored near a Marina in Marsh Harbour. The New York Post took close-up pictures of the idle boat. Aylesworth said that if this was truly an accident, she could understand and accept it. “However, an intensive review of all the facts and circumstances surrounding this tragic incident is needed before that can be determined. Sign up to receive the TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER. She also told Fox and Friends that something “doesn’t add up” about her mother’s death, and accused Brian having a “history” of domestic violence and anger issues. The pair left The Abaco Inn on Elbow Cay at dusk, April 4, to head to their anchored sailing boat just off the western coast of the cay. Brian has always maintained his innocence and has never been charged with a criminal offense. He spent five days in prison, the maximum allowed by Bahamian Law, while police investigated. The investigation continues despite his release.

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NEWYou can now hear Fox News articles. A former New York City Police Officer, sentenced to 3-9 years in prison after fatally throwing a cooling unit at a fleeing criminal, will be freed from prison as he appeals the conviction. Vincent Vallelong, president of the Sergeants Benevolent Association, said: “I am delighted to announce that Erik Duran’s team has secured bail and he will remain free throughout his appellate process.” “This is an important win for Erik, his family, and law enforcement officers across the country!” GUBERNATORIAL CANIDATE VOWS PARDON COP CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER FOR DEATH OF FLEEING SUSPECTThe attorney for Duran, Arthur Aidala told Fox Digital it was not surprising that their client had been released. Aidala stated that they were “very pleased, but not surprised” that the Appellate Division determined that there were legitimate appellate issues with Sgt Duran’s case. “It was evident to the Court that Sgt Duran is neither a flight risk, nor a threat to the community. He was entitled to stay at home with his wife and children during the pendency of the appellate. “Duran, a 38-year-old married father of three was convicted in February of manslaughter for the August 2023 deaths of Eric Duprey. Duran claimed that he threw the Igloo cooler to protect other officers against Duprey who was riding a motorized bike along a sidewalk. He rejected Duran’s claim that his actions were justified. The police had enough time to investigate and catch him on a different day.

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NEWYou can listen to Fox News articles now!Chaotic footage shows the moment hordes young street racers converged on a Georgia intersection at night last weekend. They caused havoc and disturbed neighbors in what is the latest illegal “takeover,” plaguing communities throughout the country. Officers from the Atlanta Police Department were dispatched around 1:30 am Sunday to the intersection of James Jackson Parkway & Bolton Road over reports that street racers were “driving recklessly and blocking the roadway for citizen motorists. They also performed illegal drifting maneuvers known as “donuts”,” authorities said in a press release. VIDEO SHOWS AFTERMATH AFTER VIOLENT NEIGHBORHOOD STREET ATTACK THAT LEFT COUPLE BLEACHED IN ‘PLANNED ATTACK” Surveillance footage shared by the department shows cars speeding past as the massive crowd gathered to record the chaos. As officers tried to break up the chaos, several individuals fled on foot and in cars. Follow us on X Body-camera video revealed the moment that officers pursued an individual on foot while additional officers conducted traffic stop involving two nearby vehicles, the department stated. The officer can be heard shouting “You better stop before i Tase you” as the suspect ran towards a nearby residential area. Authorities report that 18 people between the ages 17 and 25 were detained following the incident. The police also found multiple firearms during the search and impounded both vehicles involved in this traffic stop. The Atlanta Police Department expressed its gratitude to the Georgia State Patrol in a recent statement. The Atlanta Police Department did NOT respond immediately to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

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NEWYou can now hear Fox News articles. A UPS cargo jet aborted landing at a Kentucky Airport on Tuesday to avoid another plane on the runway. An air traffic controller was heard shouting “What are you doin’?” According to FOX43, audio from the incident shows that the controller was heard telling the smaller aircraft (identified as Skylab 25) to stop before instructing the UPS jet to do a go-around. “Two-Five, stop!” yelled the controller, according to FOX43. SkyLab Two-Five what are you doing?” “A UPS spokesperson told WHAS11 the aircraft “safely conducted a go around” during its approach and that there was no operational impact or injuries.UPS spokesperson Michelle Polk said the maneuver — in which a plane discontinues its descent and circles back for another landing attempt — was carried out in line with standard procedure.Flight tracking data from FlightRadar24 shows the aircraft descending to around 500 feet before climbing back to approximately 1,500 feet within a short span, FOX 43 reported.Louisville’s UPS Worldport is the company’s largest package handling facility in the world. The 5.2-million-square-foot hub is the heart of UPS’ global network. Investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board said that the plane’s left-hand engine caught fire shortly after takeoff. The aircraft only reached about 30 feet before crashing. Click here to download the FOX NEWS APPSurveillance video showed the engine detaching before impact. Investigators found structural flaws in the engine mount which likely caused the failure. UPS grounded its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 planes following the crash. The FAA ordered inspections for the model. According to WKYT, both people on board were uninjured.

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According to a criminal complaint filed by ICE, the incident occurred around 4:20 p.m. at the Interstate 35W interchange, as traffic slowed down to a single lane. Investigators say Morgan was driving an SUV that had no markings to identify it as a federal vehicle. Prosecutors claim Morgan drove on the shoulder of the road in order to bypass traffic before pulling alongside victims and pointing his handgun at their head. Both victims said they felt threatened by his actions, according to the complaint.Investigators said Morgan was not responding to an emergency at the time and told authorities he was heading back to the Whipple Federal Building to end his shift and get gas.Morgan told investigators he feared for his safety, yelled “Police! Stop,” and believed the individuals were “agitators” who cut him off because he was a federal agent, according to the complaint.Authorities have issued a nationwide warrant for Morgan’s arrest. He faces two counts for second-degree assault each punishable by seven years in prison. Bail was set at $100,000, with conditions including no possession of weapons and compliance with all court appearances.MINNESOTA SUES TRUMP ADMIN TO ACCESS EVIDENCE IN FEDERAL SHOOTINGS, INCLUDING ALEX PRETTI, RENEE GOOD CASESMoriarty said the case moved more quickly than other investigations tied to Operation Metro Surge because authorities were able to complete their work “without obstruction or interference. Moriarty said that today’s charges represent an important milestone in the office’s efforts to bring accountability. Her office is also continuing to investigate over a dozen other incidents involving agents. “CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD FOX NEWS APPHernandez said she suffered minor injuries including scrapes, soreness and yelling, “Leave me, I am trying to leave!” Fox News Digital reached out to ICE, DHS and Fox News’ Elizabeth Heckman for comment.