The mother of missing British sailor, Sarm Heslop, has issued a heartfelt appeal to President Donald Trump to compel her daughter’s American partner to cooperate with questioning. Brenda Street seeks closure regarding Sarm’s disappearance from Ryan Bane’s yacht in the US Virgin Islands four years ago. Bane, the last person to see Sarm, has declined to assist the authorities, citing his right to remain silent under US law.
Expressing her frustration, Brenda believes that President Trump could play a pivotal role in ensuring a thorough investigation by urging Bane to come forward and authorizing a forensic search of his yacht. She expresses disappointment that Bane has not faced formal questioning, while she and her family have been left in limbo. Contending that Bane is the primary person of interest due to the circumstances, Brenda implores for justice in the case.
Ryan’s legal counsel has affirmed that there is no evidence suggesting his involvement in any wrongdoing against Sarm. Brenda’s plea to President Trump follows her recent assertions in a BBC documentary, implicating Ryan in her daughter’s disappearance.
Sarm, a former flight attendant aged 41, was residing on Bane’s yacht in the US Virgin Islands when she went missing on March 8, 2021. Despite Ryan’s report to authorities and delayed contact with the US Coast Guard, suspicions arose surrounding his alleged obstruction of Coast Guard efforts to access the vessel. Brenda, who initially communicated with Bane, alleges that he later cut off contact, fueling her suspicions.
Brenda emphasizes that if Ryan is innocent, he should provide a detailed account of the events leading up to Sarm’s disappearance. She stresses the importance of criminal background checks on dating platforms to prevent individuals with violent histories from accessing such services. Reflecting on her cherished memories with her daughter, Brenda recalls Sarm’s vibrant spirit and cherishes moments shared together.
In a statement to the BBC, Ryan’s attorney refutes any wrongdoing on his client’s part and highlights the distressing nature of the situation for all involved. The legal representative asserts that emotions may be clouding Brenda’s judgment, emphasizing the absence of factual evidence against Ryan in Sarm’s disappearance.