Weve maintained from the beginning that someone saw Amy and took Amy from that ship in some way, Ron told NBC. The photographs were observed by a member of an organization that attempts to track victims on sites that feature sex workers. But claims he recognized all of her tattoos. Amy Lynn Bradley disappeared decades ago on a family cruise holiday but a disturbing photo has emerged that could explain the American womans fate. Another piece of evidence would include the inconsistencies of the witnesses on the night of the disappearance. I believe that she was snuck off read a report that said 2 girls saw her with yellow at 6am as ship was docking he handed her a coffee (drugged) I believe the waiters that told her parents they wanted to take her to Carlos and Charlies in aruba helped get her off board thru crew passage adds up with report of man that swears he saw her with yellow in curacao later but no sightings in a long time probably means shes deceased now as she got older replaced with younger, Strange how she is with yellow just before docking, all planned, they probably hid her in a case as she would not of got off the ship without her Id, shame she didnt stay in the cabin, feel so sorry for the family. And slow death to the people responsible.. Parts of this dont ring true. Concerned, he searched the common areas of the ship before coming back to tell Iva and Brad. Anyways find a real psychic and solve this. Video Transcript. A closer look at mysterious disappearances that continue to baffle detectives. Thanks for the update. The total came to$210,000. Her family hasnt seen from or been contacted by Amy Lynn Bradley in 22 years. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Additionally, a sinister photograph,purportedly of Amy, surfaced on a maturely themedwebsitein 2005 andadded fuel to the theory that the missing woman wasforced to sell her body. an article i read said at one point one evening the ship docked and a group of local men attended the ship with the band. She had been drinking and up all night. Two other former Navy SEALs were sent to Curacao to specifically determine Amy's location. In March 1998, the Bradley family embarked on a trip of a lifetime on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas. ALL over Caribbean women are kidnapped Specifically AMERICAN WOMEN. In January 1999, a U.S. Navy petty officer claimed to have seen a woman who claimed to be Amy Bradley at a brothel in Curaao. Despite the photographer saying he remembered printing photos with Amy in them, none were there. 5) Barbados Dept Store Nah. Jones had made the story up and had tried to scam the Bradleys of money. The two chatted before heading to bed. AboutPressCopyrightContact. As for the pictures of that woman who resembles Amy (Aka "Jaz"): I've read a ton of back and forth speculation on that; I remember quite a few people saying that the woman is just a prostitute who resembles Amy, but is completely unrelated; Supposedly people dug around, and found other pictures of this woman outside of her profession. If you have interest in the history (all the details, investigation, surveillance etc. IF she did end up a sex worker, very likely she was addicted to drugs and probably eventually ODd. I feel so sorry for Amys family , she was much loved and must be much missed. The most disturbingwas a 2005 email sent to the Bradley family website, which contained two photographs of a woman. One of the most famous cases is that of Amy Lynn Bradley. 4) San Francisco 2003 Wharf sighting Witnesses report seeing her with two Handlers. I have never heard this particular version anywhere else. If the latter, very unlikely she would have lasted more than a couple years. Doesnt report it after fear of being reprimanded for patronizing a brothel? If something of that nature happened, being sold in a human sex trafficking ring, then at best her life span wouldnt have gone much beyond a couple years from the point she went missing. its bizarre but it needs solving whether she is dead or alive now; for her own parents piece of mind. All the conspiracies about this financier, The strange and unsolved disappearance of Amy Lynn Bradley, The cold-hearted case of Chris Watts: Here are all the latest updates. magazine and was reproduced with permission. Find out more about our policy and your choices, including how to opt-out. Amy has multiple tattoos; a Tasmanian devil tattoo on her left shoulder, a Chinese symbol tattoo . Remember that one cruise where the poop deck was literally covered with poop? He also claimed he had an eyewitness to Amy's location, a cook who accurately described Amy's tattoos, and even a lullaby she heard Amy sing (which she was taught by Mrs. Bradley). Hello everyone! On March 24, 1998, Amy Lynn Bradley went missing from a cruise ship en route to Curacaofrom Aruba. David Carmichael definitely saw her in August of 1998. Obviously, there was a network on the ship. I pray Amy will be found along with all the other millions of people and animals that are taken against their will and having something heinous done to them just as I write thisJudgement will come for ALL!!! The witness only contacted Amys family after he retired and saw her picture in a magazine. She also lived in Virginia and attended the local university. She clearly intended to leavebriefly, as she did not even bring shoes, identification, or any other important items with her. Tourists in Curaao claimed to have seen a woman resembling her on a beach there with them saying she had the exact same tattoos. it could explain at least in part why the Bradleys lost their case against the cruise line. makes me think she could have been thrown off the boat but then maybe she did comit suicide or had an accident after all you can never tell whats in someones mind. Myself and my parents have had to endure a lot of sadness, but the last thing that I ever said to Amy was, I love you, before I went to sleep that night, Brad said in a Wanted by the FBI video. Shes long gone unfortunately. Her family hasnt seen from or been contacted by Amy Lynn Bradley in 22 years. Throughout the night, Amys family was approached by the same waiter asking to pass on a note to Amy for him involving an invitation for her to go drinking with him once they reach shore. Link to the transcript kindly provided by u/FindAmy : http://transcripts.cnn.com/TRANSCRIPTS/0107/24/bp.00.html, A thread in a Cruise Critic forum with information from user Mikey Mars, who seems to be connected to the family or the case: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=59792, Comment #47 on this Cruise Critic thread intrigues me because if this person has their facts straight (which they may not!) If anyone saw or knows anything, even the smallest detail, the FBI needs to hear from you. I got some e-mails in which they even state that they prefer "at most white lightly tattooed girls". ETA: note that there is no mention of any sightings of Amy on the new FBI poster, including when she was last seen in her cabin or on the upper deck. I personally believe she was abducted but I could also see her being killed the night she went missing. On the third night, Amy and Brad partied at the ships nightclub, where band Blue Orchid performed. Theres a $250,000 USD reward for information that may bring Amy Lynn Bradley home. Authorities began to speculate that she may have fallen overboard and drowned, but investigators have rejected this theory as Amy was known to be a strong swimmer and searches turned up no sign of her. She apparently didn't want to go on the cruise ship for this reason. [1][17], Bradley's mother and father appeared on the November 17, 2005 episode of Dr. Phil. I am not sure about the sighting in San Francisco in April 2013. However, this speculation was soon discredited as Amy was known to be a strong swimmer and her body was never found in the waters as well as no evidence of foul play. someone from that night must know what happened and who Amy left her cabin so eager to meet at 6am , if not Yellow then another band member, staff member or someone from that disco. When he contacted the Bradleys, he was able to describe Amy's distinctive tattoos, as he observed her from only a few feet away. Amy appears t have had a bit of a wild, liberal side. Why wasnt this case taken seriously??? You have to scroll down in the comments to mr. sharkman's comment of 11/26/13 at 10:17 pm: http://thisainthell.us/blog/?p=38624, Here is an interview with David Carmichael, the Canadian scuba diver who believes he saw Amy on the beach with two men. Seems the investigatory facts are missing? Here's the thing about the Bradley case "Insider"- this individual has gone from board to board for years posting, deleting, dropping hints about their so-called insider knowledge, but never, ever providing anything verifiable. Since her disappearance in 1998, there have been several alleged sightings of Amy Lynn Bradley. After midnight on Monday March 23, 1998, Amy and her younger brother Brad headed to the ship's nightclub to go dancing. Jones claimed to be a former member of AmericanSpecial Forces, and he offered to help set Amy free. This is a really tragic story. The FBI page contains this description of the case: "Amy Lynn Bradley, while on a family cruise to the Caribbean, went missing from the Royal Caribbean International Cruise Line's ship Rhapsody of the Seas. And I agree. yes, a lot points towards Yellow but is it possible he was someones Scapegoat. The team also gave an accurate description of Amys tattoos and sang the lullaby that Amys mother used to sing for Amy. When Jones told them they were going to attempt a rescue, he added that more funds were needed. The effort to find her has been a 17-month descent into the abyss of white slavery, full of bizarre twists, false . I just listened to it last night and that was the most solid impression I got--that this dude had something to do with it. In 2005, a woman claimed to have seen her being threatened in Barbados by a group of men. Carmichael had no idea who Amy was, until he eventually saw her profiled on the television show Unsolved Mysteries. Recognizing him as an American, Amy supposedly told the individual her name, said that she was being held against her will, and asked for help. Hi I just came across this story on Disappeared & I think from now on the Cruise ship company and members that are on board should be Charged with anyone that comes up missing! The only other thing missing were her cigarettes and lighter even her sandals were still in the room. I dont understand how the government has so many resources yet they cant find this girl. This thread has been locked by the moderators of r/UnresolvedMysteries, A subreddit dedicated to the unresolved mysteries of the world. Just as the woman was about to speak with him, one of the two men distinctly signaled to her to walk away. That Facebook comment says a lot. [22] Her case was also the subject of episode 59 of the Casefile podcast and the podcasts Crime Junkie[23] and The Casual Criminalist. , I went on my first cruise years ago, but it was nothing like that happening. From people going overboard to others just straight up disappearing, there are a lot of cases at sea that will leave you nervous about being on open water without a spot of land in sight. Which is controlled by Drug Cartels .. Cartels do same in Carribean. This story is one of many heartbreaking.. It only takes 1 person to SPEAK and it could go from cold case to blown open! Image Credit: Mysteries Unsolved. Could have went overboard hours before missing. Offer ends 31 October, 2022 >. I want to know if they polygraphed any of the potential witnesses including the officer to determine if they were Around20years after hermysteriousdisappearance, theories about what happened to Amy Lynn Bradley only add to the uncertainty and dread surrounding one of the most disturbing missing personcases in history. When authorities were alerted that Amy was missing, the Netherlands Antilles Coast Guard conducted a four-day search in the surrounding waters and along the cruise lines to no result. [5] At the time, a videographer known as Chris Fenwick was also able to capture the moment where Amy and Yellow were dancing. . Failed to mention in earlier post, While not impossible, the kidnapping scenarios borderline on unrealistic. The Captain is the law at sea and everyone shouldve been kept aboard.Local police and private eyes should have searched on the island .The band member and other suspicious crew members shouldve been investigated. As far as I know the FBI stated that this sighting is credible and that Alfred Cotten was with here is not far away too. Replies analysing and speculating over the mystery and possible explanations are encouraged. Independent forensic experts agreed the pictures were a perfect match for Amy. To think what she has gone through in 20 plus years.. Currently I have contact with the company who had the picture on their website (Jas), as I am asking for an "adult vacation". Based on all the sightings where Amy was reported to have been purposely trying to show people her tattoos and saying her name. The last two people to see Bradley were her father and her brother. Youre an adult. [10], Another theory authorities considered was that Amy was murdered on the ship and thrown overboard. Amy Bradley - Compilation 158,246 views Feb 9, 2011 500 Dislike Share Save Chris Fenwick 2.54K subscribers This video should be watched after reading my blog about Amy.. Maurer called authorities and they created composite sketches of three men and the woman based on her account. -, Press J to jump to the feed. From CNN International, Al Jazeera, Sky News, BBC World, CNBC & more. I reiterate the obvious conclusion, the one I've stated before: Isn't it just more likely than not that she fell off the boat and her body got more or less chopped up in the propeller afterwards? . When someone goes missing the ship should be searched ENTIRELY and no secret rooms. Amy Lynn Bradley (born May 12, 1974) is an American woman who went missing during a Caribbean cruise on the Royal Caribbean International cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas in late March 1998 at the age of 23 while en route to Curaao. On March 23, 1998,Ron and Iva Bradley, their 23-year-old daughter, Amy, and their son, Brad, were enjoying their third day on the Royal Caribbean cruise ship Rhapsody of the Seas. Brothel burns down and no one knows who ran it or where they went? Marital Status: Single Characteristics: Caucasian female with Brown hair and green eyes. Amy Bradley was one of two children joining her parents' vacation. It looks like her but that does not mean it is Amy. I think it is probably the most likely conclusion, but I also think OP makes a good point: why is the FBI still involved and actively updating her case? In that quick of a scene?He appears like a pretty genuine fella but still might be a long shot. [3][6][13] The witness noticed that the woman was constantly trying to get his attention until he lost sight of her at a nearby caf. Sarah Lancestar was forced to abandon her holiday plans after a seemingly innocent act led to $60,000 worth of medical bills. Or A FEW people who were aware of the case and the details of it made up their stories for attention. Amy disappeared 20 years ago this month while vacationing with her parents and brother on a Royal Caribbean . When he spoke in a loud voice in English to a friend who was a few feet away, the womansuddenly turned around and began to walk in his direction. Wow, how utterly tragic I have just seen Amys disappearance on Cruise Ship I am absolutely speechless!! [9][10] When he got up at 06:00 am, however, she was missing along with her cigarettes and lighter. Asking for help from a medium may work in this case.In Turkey, a group of medium found the murdeder of a teen girl in 99 days. This happened at Sitcoms Online, it happened at WebSleuths, it happened here. i think all the band members should have been questioned and not just Yellow. The later sightings.no way. Theyd originally been posted on a defunct website advertising adult holidays in the Caribbean. It just takes 1 person, the right person to recognize a picture, jog a memory etc. In February 2002, federal prosecutors in Richmond charged him with defrauding the Bradleys of $24,444 and the National Missing Childrens Organization of $186,416. Lather, rinse, repeat. In the years after Amy's disappearance, there would arise some new evidence leading to theories including Amy being sold into a human trafficking industry or potential remains. Amy Bradley is the woman who mysteriously vanished from the cruise ship in 1998. In probably the most reprehensible chapterofthe entire Amy Lynn Bradley incident, in the fall of 1999, an individual named Frank Jones contacted the Bradleys and claimed that Columbian gangsters were holding Amy Lynn on the island of Curacao. I was convinced of this too. Most of your valid points are wandered, it just a large novel at this point to tell EVERYTHING in one article. The 23-year-old college graduate left without her shoes, ID, or any other belongings. The picture looks like a harsh and tormented Amy.. Amy Bradley was 5'6" tall with short brown hair when she went missing in 1998. I just told her if she have any updates or any important information she can message me anytime". If anyone saw or knows anything, even the smallest detail, the FBI needs to hear from you. They immediately told the ships crew and begged them to make an announcement and stop anyone from getting off until she was found. "[9] This theory also includes suspicions of the staff/band members on the cruise on the night of the disappearance. However, the insider has said that Ive Bradley (Amy's mother), believes that the "Jaz" pictures are definitely her daughter. im wondering why she arranged to meet him at such an early time, she was wearing no shoes. I find it scetchy as hell that all these people claimed to have seen her in distress but not one called the police. I agree with TS, mirrors my thoughts on the subject entirely. This is awful! You might appear to be a sweet and humble person butyou CANNOT fool GOD. It's possible this person is making this up, but if she isn't this is big. If you ask me Douglas was somehow behind that. Basically because hes a piece of s***. However, the FBI has for the first time included age progression photos. Rather than the crew having a more immediate response, they believe that this assertion from her brother led to the crew not taking the report as seriously and starting search operations earlier. [1][15], In more recent years, Amys case has been revisited a couple of times. He later said, "I left to try and go up and find her. We noticed immediately there was a tremendous amount of attention toward Amy from the crew members, Iva later told talk-show host Dr Phil. 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[1] Initially, it was thought to be the jawbone of another missing persons case Natalee Holloway but once the jawbone was cleared of Holloway,[17] authorities ceased any further testing despite the fact that there were nine other Caribbean vacationers that were said to be missing. I guess you can assume that some people arent in the service to help. I think most people who disappear on cruise ships fell overboard, with a few notable exceptions.). Theres a decently famous photo that shows a woman who looks a lot like Amy Lynn in the years after her disappearance from a catalogue of sorts. October 1, 2022 - 5:24PM When Amy Lynn Bradley, 23, boarded the Rhapsody of the Seas cruise ship, she was excited to embark on the trip of a lifetime. A reward for information leading to Amys recovery, along with photofit drawings of an older Amy are still listed on the FBI website. She claimed a woman entered the restroom accompanied by three men who proceeded to threaten her if she did not follow through on a deal.