Weslaco Man Killed in Tragic Laguna Madre Boat Accident [Port Mansfield, TX]

Port Mansfield, TX (June 13, 2024) On Tuesday, 2 Weslaco men were involved in the Laguna Madre boat accident where 1 of the men died.

According to the U.S. Coast Guard, the boat crash happened in the Laguna Madre just outside the Arroyo Colorado.

Reports say that a fishing boat and a commercial barge were involved in the incident.

Officials say that the boat was from Adolph Thomae Jr. County Park carrying 2 men from Weslaco.

Moreover, the boat became inoperable when the fishermen were trying to avoid collision with the barge. The commercial barge struck the boat, throwing both men onto the water.

Rescuers were able to pull both men to the shore, however, one of the men was unresponsive and despite State Game Wardens performing CPR, the victim was not revived. Officials pronounced the man dead at the scene.

Authorities are investigating the fatal boat crash and have not released further information at this time.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved family. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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