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A relative of Anna Kepner, who died onboard a Carnival Cruise ship in early November, says the teenager “fought for her life” amid reports that her death was ruled a homicide.

18-year-old Anna was found dead while she was onboard the Carnival Horizon on Nov. 7 during a family vacation. Her death was ruled a homicide by “mechanical asphyxiation,” according to ABC News, but authorities haven’t announced a suspect or person of interest. The FBI is investigating Anna’s death.

Relatives said Anna was found dead inside her room aboard the Carnival Horizon, which she shared with her stepbrother.

Krystal Wright, Anna’s aunt, told Fox 35 Orlando she believes the 18-year-old cheerleader fought back.

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