Boat Crash in West Palm Beach Leaves One Person Dead, Two Others Injured
A West Palm Beach boat crash in the C-51 Canal left one person dead and two more injured on October 27.
Robert Strickler Killed in Boat Crash Caused by Boat on Autopilot in Florida Keys
On Friday, February 21, Robert M. Strickler, 83, who was visiting from York, Pennsylvania, died in a boat crash in the Florida Keys. Authorities say Strickler’s boat was anchored while he fished, and was struck by another boat running on autopilot. The operator of that boat and a passenger, as well as the operator…
Emma Afra and Viviane Brahms Killed When Their Car Rolls Off Ferry Between Miami Beach and Fisher Island
Two people died on Tuesday, February 18, when the car they were riding in rolled off a Fisher Island Ferry that was carrying cars and passengers off the island. Officials from the Miami Dade Police Department (MDPD) say the accident happened around 4 PM on Tuesday. Emma Afra, 63, of Miami, and Viviane Brahms,…
Stuart Resident Robin New Dead After Tragic Hang Gliding Accident
Robin New, 49, of Stuart, died on Saturday, March 23, following a tragic hang gliding accident. His friends remember him as an adventurous man who loved the outdoors.
Marina, Yacht Owner May Be Held Liable in Wrongful Death Suit at Old Port Cove Marina
A man who was killed while cleaning the hull of a mega yacht at the Old Port Cove marina in North Palm Beach leaves behind two young daughters, including a 6-month old newborn. The family is mourning the loss of Luis Alberto Gorgonio-Ixba this week, who was only 34 years old. Mr. Gorgonio-Ixba was…
A Boat Out Of Water: When Boats Are Involved In Roadway Accidents
It’s hot outside and both Florida residents and visitors are headed out to enjoy the water in boats. The Florida boat accident page of this website contains valuable information about preventing boat accidents while enjoying the water. But, did you know that boats can contribute to highway accidents on the way to the water?…