Maritime Accidents

Maritime Accident Report — September 28, 2026

Robert Jones

28 Sep 2026 — 1 min read

Six Hurt After Two Boats Collide on the St. Joseph River in Elkhart County, Indiana

Two boats collided on the St. Joseph River near 5500 River Shore Lane in Elkhart County, Indiana, on Sunday evening, September 27, 2026, around 6:45 p.m. Six people were injured in the crash, with three requiring transport to the hospital. Cleveland Township and Elkhart City fire departments, the Elkhart County Sheriff's Office, and the Indiana Department of Natural Resources responded to the scene, and the collision remains under investigation.

Source: WSBT

Missouri Man Drowns After Jet Ski Capsizes at Table Rock Lake

A 58-year-old man from Cassville, Missouri, drowned after losing control of his jet ski near Eagle Rock Marina on Table Rock Lake in Barry County on Saturday, September 26, 2026, around 5:15 p.m. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, the man made a sharp turn, lost his balance, and the personal watercraft capsized; he went underwater and did not resurface. His body was recovered the following day. Troopers noted the man was not wearing a life jacket, marking the fourth boating fatality of the year for that patrol troop.

Source: KAIT8

If you or a loved one has been affected by a maritime accident, consulting a qualified maritime attorney can help you understand your legal rights under the Jones Act, general maritime law, or the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act.

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