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Tugboat Captain Pleads Guilty in Tragic Miami Collision | Huntsville News
A tugboat captain pleaded guilty to seaman’s manslaughter after a deadly collision in Miami that killed three children from a sailing camp. While piloting a barge obstructing his view and without a lookout, he failed to see the sailboat drifting into his path — a moment worsened by him being on his phone. The barge crushed the sailboat, trapping three kids underwater. Prosecutors seek a year in prison with home detention, but the judge will decide the final sentence. This tragedy underscores the devastating consequences of ignoring maritime safety. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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