Loop Information- A 58-year-old man was killed yesterday in a boating accident that occurred simply off the Nevis coast.
The Royal St Christopher and Nevis Police Power (RSCNPF) reported that Ishmael Hanley was in waters off the shoreline close to the 4 Seasons on Nevis when he was struck by a ship that was ferrying company of the luxurious resort.
Police mentioned the boat captain, who was ferrying two crewmembers and 7 passengers on the time, reported that he felt the vessel struck an object a half-mile offshore.
“Upon checking, he noticed a person (later recognized as Ishmael Hanley) within the water, waving for help. The captain took Hanley onto the boat and transported him to Charlestown Pier the place he was then transported to the Alexandra Hospital. Regrettably, Hanley succumbed to his accidents and was pronounced useless on arrival,” police mentioned.
RSCNPF despatched condolences to Hanley’s household.