Overview
- Queensland Police said the woman became separated during a Cook's Look hike on Saturday and was found dead on Lizard Island at first light Sunday.
- The death is being treated as sudden and non-suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
- The Australian Maritime Safety Authority has opened inquiries and plans to attend the Coral Adventurer when it reaches Darwin in the coming days.
- Eyewitnesses reported the ship leaving around sunset, a late-night helicopter search, the vessel’s return after midnight, and the body located soon after daylight.
- Coral Expeditions said the crew notified authorities, aided land-and-sea searches, and is cooperating with investigators while supporting the family.