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The Independent
2 days ago
- The Independent
Body found amid search for American tourist who vanished while on romantic getaway with his wife
Police officials have discovered a body nearly an hour's walk away from a hotel on the Turks and Caicos Islands where American tourist Brian Tarrence vanished on June 25. Investigators discovered a 'deceased male in a state of decomposition' early Saturday morning, a Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force statement read. His identity has not been released. 'The RTCIPF will provide further updates as soon as the identification process is completed and the next of kin is informed.' Private investigator Carl DeFazio, whom Tarrence's family hired, told People magazine the body was found in a 'little residential-commercial area." DeFazio warned it was too early to speculate the body was Tarrence's, who was last seen leaving a rented apartment at the Paradise Inn in Grace Bay just before 3:40 a.m. Tarrence and his wife arrived on the island on June 21 for what they had intended to be a romantic getaway to celebrate their anniversary. His brother, Mike Tarrence, told The Turks and Caicos Sun that he last heard from his brother via text the day before they traveled. 'They were there to celebrate their one-year anniversary. He just said they were going on vacation. No details were provided to me. This is very personal, but come to find out through all of this, it was discovered he is a very bad alcoholic. We were also told that with either the drinking, lack of sleep, or both, he was experiencing hallucinations,: Mike Tarrence said. 'He has never done anything even remotely close to this. He is a very smart individual,' he added. The message was short and simply said that Tarrence and his wife were heading off on holiday to celebrate their one-year anniversary with no further details. Meanwhile, DeFazio told People, 'You can't just look at, say, a watch, sneakers, and a pair of shorts. Anybody could be wearing that. What if we say, 'Yeah, that's his watch, that's his shorts,' and then find out somebody else had them? And if that were the truth, then this investigation takes a turn tremendously right there.' Acting Police Commissioner Rodney Adams said, 'The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force extends sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased. 'We urge members of the public to refrain from speculation and allow the investigative process to confirm the identity through official channels.' Police appealed to anyone with information to contact 911 or the nearest police station or reach out anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or by using the P3 mobile app.
New York Post
2 days ago
- New York Post
Body found in search for Brian Tarrence on Turks and Caicos was short walk from where New Yorker vanished: report
A decomposing body found on Turks and Caicos Island during the search for missing New Yorker Brian Tarrence was just a short walk from his hotel, according to a new report. Cops found the unidentified body on July 5, not far from the Paradise Inn in Grace Bay where Tarrence and his wife stayed before he went missing, private investigator Carl DeFazio told People magazine. '[The body] was found a 20-minute walk from where he was last seen,' DeFazio, a former Marine and NYPD cop, told the outlet. 'I would say about a block off of Leeward Highway in a little residential commercial area.' Advertisement 4 Brian Tarrence, 51, was on a romantic getaway with his wife on Turks and Caicos when he went missing on June 28. Facebook 4 Police on Turks and Caicos Island said a body found during the search for Brian Tarrence is part of a murder probe. Police have not yet identified the body — which is now the subject of a murder investigation — and DeFazio cautioned about making assumptions on whether it is Tarrence. Advertisement 'You can't just look at, say, a watch, sneakers and a pair of shorts,' he told People. 'Anybody could be wearing that. What if we say, 'Yeah, that's his watch, that's his shorts,' and then find out somebody else had them. And if that were the truth, then this investigation takes a turn tremendously right there. 4 Brian and Maria Tarrance were on an anniversary getaway on Turks and Caicos Island when he disappeared June 28. 'But we're not there yet,' DeFazio added. 'But hopefully we'll get there today or soon.' Tarrence, 51, arrived on the British territory on June 25 for a romantic anniversary getaway with his wife, Maria, but disappeared from the resort in the middle of the night three days later as she slept. Advertisement Police said an investigation into his disappearance is ongoing. Tarrence, a vice president with Diligent Software in Manhattan, recently moved to the Big Apple from upstate Monroe, where neighbors said Monday that the couple was not very outgoing. They said the family moved to Manhattan to be close to Tarrence's stepson, who is in college there. 4 Brian and Maria Tarrence rented this house in upstate Monroe for about two years before moving to Manhattan. Matthew McDermott Advertisement 'He was renting here for the past 2 years,' one woman said. 'He seemed like a nice guy. He worked from home most of the time. They were going into the city now that [their] boy was graduating from high school. Just to be in the city, explore. 'They were going to be empty nesters,' she added. 'I know a lot of the neighbors didn't really know them. They kept to themselves.' Tarrence's family has not responded to requests for comment. Additional reporting by Desheania Andrews.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
New York man disappears on vacation with wife in Turks and Caicos
A New York man has gone missing in Turks and Caicos, according to authorities from the Caribbean Island. Brian Tarrence, 51, of New York City, was last seen at the Paradise Inn on June 25, according to a missing persons flyer issued by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force last week. A private investigator hired by Tarrence's family, which NBC confirmed with his wife, told NBC News that the security footage he viewed showed Tarrence leaving his condo at the Paradise Inn around 4:00 a.m. June 25 and heading toward town in Grace Bay. Tarrence's wife of roughly a year was asleep when he left the condo, according to Carl DeFazio, the private investigator. She told DeFazio that it was unusual for him to be up at that hour. "She went to bed rather early, 7 o'clock," he said. "She got up two times, checked on him. He was watching TV or whatever. And then when she got up at 7:00 am, he was gone." The day prior to Tarrence's disappearance, DeFazio said, the pair went on a boat ride. Tarrence's wife told the private investigator that her husband had been acting 'a little bit different than he normally is,' DeFazio told NBC News, but said it could have been due to dehydration. Local authorities did not respond to NBC News' request for comment. A State Department spokesperson said the agency is "aware of a U.S. citizen missing in Turks and Caicos." "When a U.S. citizen is missing, we work closely with local authorities as they carry out their search efforts, and we make every effort to keep lines of communication open with families as appropriate," the spokesperson said. "The Department of State has no higher priority than the safety and security of U.S. citizens abroad. We stand ready to provide consular assistance to U.S. citizens in need and their families." The private investigator added that Tarrence's wife said his speech was unusual the night before he disappeared. He noted that Tarrence left the condo with his phone and that he has not made any credit card transactions since his disappearance. DeFazio added that the local police department was trying to gain access to Tarrence's phone records, while his sister-in-law and mother looked for him on the island. DeFazio said Tarrence's wife went back to the United States but was expected to return to the island soon. This article was originally published on
The Independent
02-07-2025
- The Independent
An American tourist went on vacation to Turks and Caicos to celebrate his anniversary. Eight days ago he left his Airbnb and hasn't been seen since
An American tourist has vanished after going on vacation in the Bahamas with his wife to celebrate their anniversary. Brian Tarrence was last seen leaving a rented apartment in Turks and Caicos just before 3:40 a.m. on June 25, the local police force said. The New Yorker has not been seen since. Tarrence was staying at the Paradise Inn in Grace Bay, Providenciales, when CCTV footage caught him walking away from the property without any obvious signs of distress, reported the island news outlet Eagle Legal News. The 51 year-old's belongings, including his wallet and phone, have also gone missing and his cell is unreachable, the outlet added. Private investigator Carl DeFazio, who was hired by the Tarrence family, told The Independent he had been working with local police since his unexplained disappearance. DeFazio said he was trying to track Tarrence's credit card and Apple Watch information and anything that could suggest his whereabouts. He added that police and local community had been very cooperative in the investigation, treating it as a high-priority case and that so far there was nothing to suggest foul play. 'They seemed to be having a normal couple of days, and he ended up walking out of his condo, which is in a very safe place and in the middle of Grace Bay Road,' DeFazio told Fox News. 'We have him on camera, and he walks into town, and then he basically disappears, and we haven't heard from him since." DeFazio told Fox Tarrence is a 'smart guy,' adding 'we don't know what's in his mind or if he did this on his own or if somebody took him in." The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police hunt to find Tarrence, who lives in Manhattan, is now on its eighth day. The missing man's wife is reportedly assisting with the search efforts. The couple had arrived on the island on June 21 for what they had intended to be a relaxing break. Tarrence's brother, Mike Tarrence, told the island outlet The Sun that he last heard from his brother via text the day before they went. He said the message was short and advised that he and his wife were heading off on holiday but with no further details. 'They were there to celebrate their one-year anniversary,' Mike said. 'He just said they were going on vacation.' If anyone has any information on Tarrence's whereabouts, they are urged to contact the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force at 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477. All calls will be answered by the Miami-Dade Police, and 'no one from RTCIPF will know who called,' adding that the information would be passed on anonymously. Local police advised people not to share information with them via their social media pages.
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
7 Days in Washington State: The Ultimate Road Trip for Beginner Hikers
This Washington State road trip itinerary is for someone who has one week to travel, has never visited Washington State before, and isn't the world's most experienced hiker. (I will also make suggestions for anyone who has more or less time.) It will help you to see the highlights of Washington easily and efficiently! (I've also included a map!) There are so many cool things to see and do in Washington—it's amazing! On the same day, you can hike a mountain with snow, walk through a rainforest, and lounge on an oceanside beach. Now, this itinerary is operating under the assumption that you don't have a lot of time to visit Washington State. You by no means will be seeing "everything" - this is just to get a taste of Washington until you can come back with more time! This itinerary will take you through Seattle, Mount Rainier National Park, and Olympic National Park and will maximize your time so you can experience as much of Washington State as possible on your road trip! I am also writing this from the perspective of someone who loves to hike but is by no means an expert hiker. I live in Wisconsin, which is flat, so my hiking experience is limited. You can still have a great time in Washington State without doing crazy hikes, though, and this itinerary will help you plan an epic trip! This road trip itinerary takes you through the southern portion of Washington state. It makes a big loop that begins and ends in Seattle. You will need a car. There is really no way around this unless you stay in Seattle for your entire trip. You also don't need a large vehicle or anything crazy. I did this itinerary with a Hyundai Sonata, and it worked great! (Check current car rental rates here.) This itinerary is meant to be used in the late spring, summer, and early fall months. That being said, it is still doable for the winter, if you modify the Mount Rainier portion, as the hikes mentioned for that portion will be closed due to the snow. Again, the suggestions for hikes in here will be for someone who enjoys hiking but isn't the most experienced hiker. For portions of this itinerary, you will not have cellphone service. Be sure to locally download your Google maps for these areas to your phone, so you can access them without service. See how to do this on Android, and see how to do this on 1 Land in Seattle and drive to Mount Rainier National Park Days 2-3 Mount Rainier National Park Days 4-5 Olympic National Park Day 6 Seattle Day 7 Seattle / Flight Home *Note the map of my road trip below does NOT have every single stop mentioned in this itinerary (Google doesn't allow you to add that many stops). This is to give you a better visual of where you will be heading with this itinerary. Nights 1-3 (so, 3 nights total) will be in Mount Rainier National Park. I highly recommend booking a stay at the Paradise Inn, which is located within the Park—you'll literally walk out the lodge's front door to begin some of the hikes mentioned in this the Paradise Inn can sell out during peak months. If this happens (which it did for me), you can stay in Packwood (this is where I stayed, at the Cowlitz River Lodge, and really liked it), or you can stay in Ashford, which has loads of cool cabins to rent. Nights 4-5 (so, 2 nights), Forks is going to be the most convenient location for the purpose of this itinerary. (Yes, where Twilight is based.) Despite its not very glamorous name, the Forks Motel is a very nice place to stay that I highly recommend. There are also some great cabins in Forks. There are also several different lodges within the park where you can stay. I personally loved Lake Crescent Lodge. It is such a BEAUTIFUL location. It will require a little more driving, though, for this itinerary. Night 6 will be in Seattle. Where you stay will depend on what time your flight is on Day 7. If your flight is super early, I recommend staying at one of the hotels by the airport - (I've stayed at the Seattle Airport Marriott, and it's very nice.)If you have a late morning or afternoon flight, then stay at a hotel near Pike Place Market. (I'm biased to Marriotts, as I have Platinum Elite Status with them. I also recommend the Seattle Marriott Waterfront. I've also stayed at, and loved, the Hyatt Regency Seattle.) Drive time around 2 hours / Overnight at the Paradise Inn or Packwood or Ashford This will mainly be a day of travel. Personally, by the time I got to Packwood, I just wanted to get dinner and relax. But if you get to your destination, whether you are staying within Mount Rainier National Park or Ashford or Packwood and want to explore more... take a short hike that afternoon! If you are staying at the Paradise Inn, nearby easy hikes are: Nisqually Vista Trail Skyline Trail to Myrtle Falls If you are staying in Packwood: Grove of the Patriarchs Trail Silver Falls Loop If you are staying in Ashford: Comet Falls Trail Little Mashel Falls Trail Overnight at the Paradise Inn or Packwood or Ashford Morning/Early Afternoon *You WILL need hiking boots for this trail. Sneakers aren't going to cut it. I recommend waterproof boots, too, as you may be hiking through water and snow at times (even in the dead of summer). Today, you're hiking the Skyline Trail in Paradise. This is going to be the "hardest" hike of the trip, at least by my standards. However, this was my favorite hike of the trip. The Skyline Trail offers jaw-dropping views of Mount Rainier and Nisqually Glacier, and on clear days, there are views of the Tatoosh Peaks, Mount Adams, Mount Saint Helens, and Mount Hood. You'll also hike through beautiful, peaceful meadows with abundant wildflowers and streams. There are plenty of curious marmots (pictured below) and chipmunks on this hike, too. I had been hiking for all of 5 minutes before seeing the first marmot of the day! If you are staying at the Paradise Inn, feel free to do this hike whenever you want today, as your lodge is located right next to where this trail begins. If you are staying in Packwood or Ashford, I would recommend getting to the trail by around 9 am to ensure you have parking (or 8 am, if going on the weekends). You can go counterclockwise or clockwise - it really doesn't make that big of a difference in my opinion. However, if you want to get the "hard" part out of the way first, go clockwise. (This is what I did.) Don't forget to stop and admire Myrtle Falls waterfall while on this hike, too! If you go counterclockwise, Myrtle Falls will be about a 1/2 mile into your hike. (There will be signs for it.) And if you go clockwise, make sure you don't forget to pop in before you head back to the parking lot. *Note: the Paradise Inn does have a small cafe offering sandwiches, salads, baked goods. etc. There were vegan options as well. Just wanted to note this in case you didn't want to pack a lunch! *This hike took me about 5 hours to do. I was stopping frequently for photos, though... and because I am out of hiking shape! Late Afternoon If you're heading back to Packwood or Ashford, you'll drive right past Reflection Lakes. Which, on a calm day, is stunning! Be sure to stop in! If it's windy, though, I don't recommend stopping. Overnight at the Paradise Inn or Packwood or Ashford Morning/Early Afternoon *You WILL need hiking boots for this trail, there are quite a bit of loose rocks toward the end of it. Sneakers aren't going to cut it. The hike to Mount Fremont Fire Lookout is going to be easier than yesterday's hike, but it still offers spectacular views! This hike starts at the Sunrise Visitors Center. The trail to get here is VERY popular, though, and this is a narrow out-and-back trail. So, be prepared for crowds and to let people pass on especially narrow parts. The earlier you can get here, the better. I was here by 9 am on a weekday, and felt that was early enough to beat the rush I noticed on my way back to the parking lot. *At the time I visited, the Sunrise Visitor' Center was not open. Be sure to check their website to see if they will be open. If they are not open, I recommend packing a lunch so you have something to eat once you're done with your hike. Or better yet, enjoy your lunch with views from the Mount Fremont Fire Lookout! *This hike took me a little over 3 hours to do. I also stopped and ate my lunch at the Fire you didn't do this hike on your first day here, I highly recommend visiting the Grove of the Patriarchs. This is a super-easy 1.5-mile round-trip hike. You'll cross a suspension bridge over the Ohanapecosh River. Then, you'll wander through huge Douglas firs, hemlocks, and cedars. Some are nearly 40 feet in diameter and more than 300 feet tall. The trees are estimated to be 1,000 years old! Drive Time About 4.5 Hours // Overnight in Forks or a Lodge in Olympic National Park Today is going to be a day of driving with several beautiful stops along the way. Once you check out of your accommodation and get some breakfast (this doesn't need to be too early of a day, I think I left Packwood after 9 am), head to the Quinault Rainforest! The Quinault Rainforest Nature Trail is less than a mile loop that will offer you a great view of this temperate rainforest. After Quinault Rainforest, head to Kalaloch Beach! You can park at the campground and walk right to the beach. As you head down the stairs, you'll see the "Tree of Life" straight ahead. This Sitka spruce sits perched in a way that seems to defy nature and logic with its exposed roots and precarious position. If you're tired at the end of your drive and wondering if you really need to see another beach, I promise you, you won't want to miss Ruby Beach. It's a really beautiful and unique landscape, that's just a short drive from Kalaloch Beach. (Note: don't use the bathrooms here if you can help it, though. They are not very well-maintained!) After your long drive, get settled into your accommodation for the night and get some dinner. Forks actually has some fantastic Mexican restaurants that won't disappoint. Drive Time About 4.5 Hours // Overnight in Forks or a Lodge in Olympic National Park Once you've had breakfast, head out to the Hoh Rainforest to hike the Hall of Mosses Trail and the Spruce Nature Trail. These are short and easy hikes that are very beautiful. In the afternoon, you can stop back in Forks for lunch (or pack your own - there's a great little grocery store in Forks). Then, head to Second Beach in La Push. Be prepared, the stairs to get to the beach are a bit of a hike, too! (So, pack light and wear comfy shoes.) It's worth the effort, though. Second Beach is stunning! Once you've relaxed a little on Second Beach, head to Rialto Beach. Here you can hike 2 miles to Hole-in-the-Wall (and 2 miles back). While it is flat, hiking through the stones on this beach can be a bit tiring! Again, wear comfy shoes. *Note, depending on the water levels, you may have to get wet or climb rather precariously to get inside the arch - I personally didn't feel up to swimming in the freezing water or trying to climb slippery rocks. So, I admired it from the shore.) Drive time about 3.5-4 hours (depending on traffic) // Overnight in Seattle You're going to want to wake up bright and early today - the earlier you get going, the more time you'll have to explore Seattle! Seattle is a cool city that has a little something for everyone to enjoy. That being said, EVERYONE has to go to Pike Place Market. From the more famous tourist attractions - like the flying fish at the Pike Place Fish Market, to the "original" Starbucks (that always has a massive line outside it) to the Gum Wall to the inner depths of the market that harbors interesting shops and tasty restaurants with surprisingly beautiful views of the harbor. Spend a couple of hours wandering and eating (or book yourself a food tour), then the choice is yours, depending on your to the Seattle Center - Here you can decide to go up in the Space Needle or admire the views from the ground. You can also visit the Chihuly Glass and Garden (incredible hand-blown glass exhibits by Dale Chihuly) and the MoPop (a museum dedicated to contemporary pop culture - LOVED their Disney costumes exhibit). Take the Underground Tour - On this tour in Pioneer Square, you'll explore the underground pathways that were built more than 120 years ago. You'll get a different look at Seattle's history in a rather peculiar setting. This tour is one history buffs will appreciate! Explore the Quirky Fremont Neighborhood - This is home to the famous Fremont Troll, the controversial Lenin statue, a piece of the Berlin Wall, and many delicious and quirky restaurants and shops. Visit the Ballard Locks - Here you can watch the Salmon climb the fish ladder to spawn. It's a weirdly satisfying thing to watch. (I would get so happy when one made it through!) You can also watch boats as large as 760 feet in length and as small as a kayak go through the locks. Take a Locks Cruise - Another option to experience the locks is to take a Locks Cruise. I REALLY enjoyed this. This cruise offers a great view of Seattle with lots of fun get to go through the Ballard Locks, see the famous Sleepless in Seattle houseboat, and enjoy a couple of hours on the water. If cities don't interest you, to explore in Washington. I highly recommend making stops at Sol Duc Falls and also at Hurricane Ridge on your drive to Seattle. Both are pictured below. This will take about half a day, though. You can also stay overnight in Port Angeles to allow more time to explore these areas. Today's exploring in Seattle will depend on how early your flight is. Traffic can get a little dicey, so be sure to allow yourself enough time to get to the airport. This Washington road trip itinerary is just a taste of Washington! Be sure to come back one day and explore the Northern Part of the state, such as North Cascades National Park and Leavenworth!
