Missing Cruise Passenger in St Maarten: Authorities Seek Public Help
Authorities in St Maarten are appealing to the public for assistance in locating Ann Evans, a 55-year-old cruise passenger. Evans, who was on a shore excursion, did not return to her ship earlier this week. She was travelling on Holland America Line’s Rotterdam when she was reported missing during a port visit to the Caribbean island.
Passenger Did Not Return From Shore Excursion
The Rotterdam, on a 12-night Eastern Caribbean cruise from Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, docked in St Maarten on Thursday, 20th November 2025. Evans disembarked at around 10 am for an organised tour. She left the tour bus at a stop in Marigot, on the French side, but did not return to the bus or the ship.
St Maarten Police Issue Public Appeal
Police are urging anyone who may have seen Evans or has information about her to contact local authorities immediately. They have also issued a direct message to Evans. If she sees the message, she is asked to contact her family or the police to confirm her safety. Images of Evans have been circulated on social media to aid the search.
Possible Hotel Check-In
In a recent update, police mentioned a woman matching Evans’ description, carrying her passport, checked into a hotel on the island. However, this has not been confirmed as Evans. Authorities continue to ask her to reach out to both police and her family.
Rotterdam Continues Its Voyage
Despite the search, the Rotterdam continued its cruise as scheduled. It is expected to return to Port Everglades on Friday, 28th November 2025. The ship can accommodate up to 2,668 guests at double occupancy, with a capacity of over 4,000 when fully booked. It is unclear if Evans has any personal connections to St Maarten or the region.
Comparisons With Past Cruise Disappearances
This incident has drawn comparisons to other cruise disappearances where passengers did not return from shore leave. In some cases, passengers were later found safe, having chosen not to re-join their cruise. However, authorities emphasise that nothing is confirmed about Evans’ situation. The priority remains locating her and ensuring her wellbeing.
How to Share Information
Anyone with information on Ann Evans’ whereabouts is urged to contact the Police Force of Sint Maarten, the French Gendarmerie, or local emergency services on the island. The search is ongoing, and authorities are keen to resolve the situation swiftly.
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