Boater Allegedly Under Influence Crashes Into Vessels at Bahia Mar Marina, Police Investigating
A 911 call captured panic at the Bahia Mar Marina in Fort Lauderdale after a boater, reportedly under the influence, crashed into multiple docked vessels early Saturday morning. Witnesses described loud noises and their boats rocking, with some yelling at…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 18, 2026 —
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Early Saturday morning, a chaotic scene unfolded at the Bahia Mar Marina in Fort Lauderdale when a boater, alleged to be under the influence, collided with several docked vessels. The incident, which prompted a 911 call, captured the panic of those present.
Witnesses reported hearing loud noises and feeling their boats rocking as the errant vessel moved through the marina. Some individuals were heard yelling at the captain to cease their actions. In the midst of the unfolding event, one person reportedly drew a gun on the out-of-control boater.
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department has confirmed they are investigating the incident as a case of boating under the influence (BUI). An arrest is anticipated, pending the results of a toxicology report.
Details regarding the extent of the damage to the docked vessels were not immediately available. The name of the boater involved and the specific timeline of events, beyond it occurring early Saturday morning, were not provided. The permit status and inspection outcomes for the involved vessels were not disclosed.
The Fort Lauderdale Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
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