Costa Rican officials interviewed the group, but said they wouldn't charge the US tourist with any crime because he acted in self defense.
"They were in their right to defend themselves after being held up," Hernandez said.
He said Segura had previous charges against him for assault.
The cruise ship delayed its departure until the group was released and again boarded the ship, The Carnival Liberty, which was set to return Sunday to Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Adams spoke with the AP until a man who identified himself as her fiancee said they didn't want to talk to the press. He said the group might release a joint statement later, without elaborating. Adams did not say what state or city she came from.
Costa Rica has struggled with growing violence and crime in recent years. University of Kansas student Shannon Martin, 23, was stabbed to death in 2001 after she left a nightclub in Golfito, 105 miles (170 kilometers) south of San Jose.
Carnival Cruise Lines confirmed in a statement that one of the ship's guests had killed the Costa Rican assailant, but refused to name those involved.
"All of the guests involved, who had booked the cruise together as a group, have opted to continue with their vacation plans. Carnival is providing full support and assistance to the guests," the statement said.
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YAY and a heroes award for another U.S. military veteran!! Even though the guy is in his 70's, he still had The Right Stuff!!
(this story is a tad old but I searched for it and didn't find any reference to it on FR ... figured it was still an interesting article and you'd all enjoy hearing about this guy!)
Buy that man a TALL one.
BUMP for publicity
Impressive!
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