Deadly Waters: A Wake Up Call for Maritime Safety The recent capsizing of a boat in New York Harbor, resulting in two fatalities, highlights the importance of effective enforcement of maritime safety regulations.
Captain Manuel Hernandez faces federal charges, which underscore his alleged reckless disregard for established protocols. Investigations into the incident have revealed a disturbing pattern of negligence.
Hernandez allegedly operated an unlicensed charter boat with paying customers on board and failed to obtain a valid Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection.