Fourth Person Presumed Dead In Fatal NYC Boat Accident

Three People Have Died and One Person is Presumed Dead After Boat Sank Near Breezy Point, Queens

QUEENS, NEW YORK (March 2, 2025) – Three people have tragically died in a boat accident near Breezy Point, Queens after a boat sank off of the coast.

New York City officials are saying that the incident took place on Monday. For undetermined reasons, a boat sank off the coast of the city.

Three people died as a result of that accident. Sadly, a fourth person is presumed to be dead. The victims were in a 30-foot vessel and around 5 miles southeast of Breezy Point.

A full investigation into the cause of the accident remains ongoing at this time.

Liability for Queens Boat Accidents

Many people are injured or killed in boat accidents every year in the United States. According to Statista, “In the United States, 564 people died as a result of boating accidents in 2023. The overall number of deaths and injuries related to boating accidents decreased over the past two decades.” There are many common causes of boat accidents.

• Speeding
• Operator error
• Boat malfunctions
• Rough waters

There could be several liable parties for any boat accident. This includes the company that manufactured a boat. If a boat accident was caused by some type of malfunction with a boat, this could form the basis of a strict liability claim. It is important that certain steps are taken after any boat accident.

• The boat involved in the accident should be examined.
• Medical records related to the incident should be preserved.
• A thorough investigation should be conducted.

Boat accidents are often highly preventable. They tend to involve operator error. But the fact of the matter is that many different factors could contribute to a boat accident. These factors may take place hours, days, weeks, or even months prior to the incident. The family of any person who died in a boat accident may be able to seek some measure of accountability through a civil claim.

Investigating Queens Boat Accidents

We at Gersowitz Libo & Korek, P.C. extend our deepest condolences to all of the families who have lost someone in this New York City boat accident. Any person that may have more information should reach out to authorities. It is our sincere hope that steps are taken to prevent other tragedies like this.

Do you need more information about a New York City boat accident? You may have legal recourse. Our team of boat accident attorneys is here for you. We care deeply that accident victims are aware of their rights and that those rights are being protected. Whether you just have legal questions or need any type of support, we may be able to help. You can contact us anytime at (516) 908-9792.