On June 27 2023 at approximately 10:30PM, Cpl and Lt. were notified of a single vessel collision occurring in Bay Eloi, St. Bernard Parish. Cpl. participated in SAR efforts with SBPSO marine division. 

The vessel, which had struck a cement jetty and subsequently grounded itself, was located at approximately 11:45 PM. Both occupants were retrieved from the grounded vessel and relocated to Hopedale Marina.  

Operator was transported to UMC via air lift due to severe injuries, with occupant following with minor injuries. Charges are pending. Agent awaiting sign off for search warrants of GPS device and medical records. Records will identify if Operator was under the influence at the time of the incident. Agents determined PFDs were not used and vessel's kill switch was not used. A full vessel inventory was completed on 6-28-2023.

Bay Eloi
Hopedale                      