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Driver of Boat That Crashed Into Canal Jetties in May Indicted on Felony BWI, Vehicular Assault Charges

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The driver of the boat that crashed into the Shinnecock Canal jetties in May has been indicted on felony BWI and vehicular assault charges. DANA SHAW

The driver of the boat that crashed into the Shinnecock Canal jetties in May has been indicted on felony BWI and vehicular assault charges. DANA SHAW

authorStaff Writer on Jul 17, 2025
The Suffolk County district attorney’s office on Friday announced it has filed felony charges against the driver of a boat that crashed into the Shinnecock Canal jetties on Memorial Day... more

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