A tragic incident aboard a Carnival cruise ship traveling from Miami to the Caribbean has left a Florida community grieving after a high school cheerleader was found dead during the voyage.

According to reports, the teenage girl was discovered by a housekeeper who located her body underneath a bed inside her cabin. The ship was mid-route when the discovery was made, prompting the crew to notify authorities immediately.

Carnival officials confirmed the death and stated that the cruise line is fully cooperating with investigators. The circumstances surrounding how the cheerleader ended up beneath the bed remain unclear, and officials have not yet released further details pending an autopsy.

The case has now been turned over to the FBI, which has jurisdiction over certain crimes occurring on U.S. vessels. The agency is expected to conduct interviews with passengers, staff, and potential witnesses.

The victim’s school community has expressed shock and heartbreak, remembering her as a talented and well-loved student who was active in athletics and extracurricular activities.

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Carnival Cruise Line issued a brief statement offering condolences to the family and assuring the public that “the safety and well-being of guests remains our top priority.”