Everyone who is at all familiar with South Florida understands how integral a part of life boats are for many people. Boats are a source of recreation and transportation, especially in the Florida Keys. However, given the high traffic volume of boaters, accidents are bound to happen, and that’s apparently what occurred Friday east of Dinner Key. As a result, a Hialeah man and another boater are dead and another person was injured.
According to Miami Boating News:
“Investigators say a 23-foot cabin boat operated by Paudides Machado (DOB 03/24/63) of Hialeah, was travelling at an unknown rate of speed, east from the Dinner Key Marina, when it struck a 21-foot flats boat operated by Charles W. Clayton (DOB 03/19/77) of Tallahassee. The flats boat was travelling at an unknown rate of speed toward Matheson Hammock Marina. At some point, the two boats collided.
All three people on the flats boat were thrown into the water. Two of the three died as a result of their injuries. Clayton, the operator, and his brother, Wade A. Clayton (DOB 01/25/76) of Tavernier, were
pronounced dead at the scene. The third occupant, Brandon P. Foster (DOB 07/18/77) of Miami, was transported to Mercy Hospital with unknown injuries.”
It was also reported that no one was wearing life jackets, but the cause of the accident has not yet been determined. Regardless, this story illustrates the danger that accompanies boating in the area. If you or someone you love has been harmed in a boating accident, you need a Hialeah personal injury attorney who has more than 20 years of experience in fighting for the rights of the injured. Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Wed, Jul 15, 2009
Personal Injury