LaRece Simone Hawkins, a 24-year-old woman, vanished on May 28, 2018, while she was a passenger on the Norwegian Escape cruise ship. The vessel was approximately 80 nautical miles east of Atlantic City, New Jersey, when she was last seen. Authorities believe that she may have gone overboard into the Atlantic Ocean. Despite search efforts, she has not been located. Her case is categorized as a 'lost/injured missing' person case.
Before her disappearance, Hawkins had made several social media posts that suggested she was experiencing personal difficulties, leading to speculation that she may have been in a state of emotional distress. However, the exact circumstances that led to her vanishing remain unclear. The United States Coast Guard and the New Jersey State Police have both been involved in the investigation into her disappearance.
As of now, LaRece Hawkins's case is still open.
Investigators are asking for anyone with information that could provide insight into what occurred during her time on the cruise ship to come forward. The overview of the case is that LaRece Hawkins was a 24-year-old woman who went missing from a cruise ship off the coast of New Jersey in 2018. The investigation into her disappearance is ongoing, with authorities considering the possibility she went overboard. There are some indications of personal turmoil prior to her disappearance, but no definitive conclusions have been reached.Last Seen: May 28, 2018