Remains discovered during investigation of missing individual, Brian Tarrence, in Turks and Caicos islands.
Brian Tarrence, a 51-year-old man from New York with family connections in North Texas, has been missing since June 25, 2025, in Turks and Caicos. Tarrence was last seen on surveillance video leaving his rental property at the Paradise Inn in Grace Bay between 3:00 a.m. and 4:30 a.m., wearing a t-shirt, shorts, and sneakers. He was on vacation with his wife, who reported him missing after he failed to return as scheduled on June 29.
As of July 5, 2025, a body has been found amid the ongoing search for Tarrence in Turks and Caicos. However, official confirmation of the identity and cause of death has not yet been released to the public. The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, in collaboration with a private investigator, Carl DeFazio, a former NYPD officer, have been leading the investigation.
The circumstances surrounding Tarrence's disappearance remain unclear. He was seen alone on video, leaving his accommodation late at night, and walking toward the downtown area. He gave no indication of distress or foul play, leading the police to expand their search without suspecting foul play at this stage. It is possible that Tarrence was going for a walk, exploring, or possibly suffering from a medical episode.
Grace Bay and its surroundings are generally described as safe, making Tarrence's disappearance even more puzzling to authorities and his family. The family has hired a private investigator, DeFazio, who is collaborating with the United States Embassy and local police. Efforts are underway to review Tarrence's phone activity and gather any leads that could explain his absence.
Acting Commissioner Rodney Adams extended condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, but the police have asked the public not to speculate about the identity of the deceased. DeFazio mentioned that if Tarrence had been robbed, he would have seen signs such as credit card charges, missing wallet, or finding Tarrence by now.
The investigation continues while the public awaits official confirmation regarding the identity of the body recently found in Turks and Caicos. The family remains hopeful for answers and closure.
Jesse Zanger, the managing editor of ourNewYork.com, is covering the regional news around the Tri-State Area with a focus on breaking news and extreme weather. Zanger previously worked for the Fox News Channel and Spectrum News NY1.
| Date Last Seen | Location | Status Update (July 5) | |---------------------|---------------------------|----------------------------------| | June 25, 3:30 a.m. | Paradise Inn, Grace Bay | Body found, ID not confirmed |
The search for Brian Tarrence continues, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
- Jesse Zanger, the managing editor of ourNewYork.com, is also reporting on the breaking news about the missing man, Brian Tarrence, alongside general news, crime and justice, and political updates.
- Despite the initial assumption of Tarrence's disappearance being a potential medical issue or a leisurely walk, recent developments in the investigation — the discovery of a body, yet to be officially identified — have raised concerns and highlighted the need for additional answers in this general-news case.
- The investigation into the missing man, Brian Tarrence, by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, former NYPD officer Carl DeFazio, and the US Embassy, is actively ongoing to review Tarrence's phone activity and gather any possible leads concerning the identity of the deceased found in Turks and Caicos.
