Woman missing in Bahamas was previously arrested after domestic violence incident involving her husband

Key Points:

• Brian Hooker was arrested by the Royal Bahamas Police in connection with the disappearance of his wife, Lynette Hooker, who went missing during a boating trip near Elbow Cay in the Bahamas.
• Brian Hooker told police that Lynette fell overboard with the boat’s keys during a dinghy ride, forcing him to paddle for hours to safety, but their daughter has questioned this account, prompting a U.S. Coast Guard criminal investigation.
• A 2015 Michigan police report revealed a volatile relationship between the couple, including a domestic altercation where both accused each other of assault, though only Lynette was briefly jailed and no charges were ultimately filed.
• The report detailed Brian Hooker sustaining a bloody nose and emotional distress, while Lynette was described as highly intoxicated with no visible injuries; both had a history of conflict, especially when drinking.
• Brian Hooker’s lawyer denied any wrongdoing, stating he has cooperated with authorities, while Brian posted on Facebook expressing heartbreak over the accident; the investigation into Lynette’s disappearance is ongoing.