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Press Release | July 31, 2025

UPDATE 2: Coast Guard investigating vessel collision in vicinity of Hibiscus Island

Coast Guard Southeast District - 305-781-6922

MIAMI — Coast Guard Sector Miami investigating officers are seeking all available imagery and information from the public related to the recent vessel collision that occurred near Hibiscus Island.  

Anyone who has video footage of the incident or has an eye-witness account is requested to reach out to the Coast Guard investigating officers by email at MiamiIO@uscg.mil.

As part of standard procedures, alcohol and drug testing was completed for both individuals onboard the tug and barge as well as the sailboat operator. All results were negative.

To read the initial release, click here.

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