Woman and baby die after boat overturns in New York Harbor
Key Points:
- A boat capsized in New York Harbor near Liberty Island, resulting in the deaths of a mother and her 5-month-old daughter, with 12 others rescued from the water.
- The 22-foot Bayliner speedboat overturned around 10:25 p.m. Saturday, and authorities are investigating whether it was operating as an illegal charter.
- Manuel Hernandez, 46, has been charged with 13 counts of reckless endangerment in connection with the incident.
- The U.S. Coast Guard and police are conducting a joint investigation and emphasized their commitment to holding those responsible accountable.
- The victims' identities have not been released pending family notification, and the rescued individuals are reported to be in stable condition.