Anna Kepner’s stepbrother blames ‘very unfortunate’ family dynamic to push murder trial as plea deadline looms

Timothy Hudson, who is charged with first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his stepsister Anna Kepner, pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged cruise ship killing. Defense lawyers successfully requested a continuance for his federal trial, citing a "very unfortunate family dynamic" and needing time to complete their investigation. Judge Beth Bloom granted the request, moving the jury trial start date to November 2, 2026.