Clearwater Ferry Crash: Jannus Live Owner's Attorney Addresses 'Misinformation'

Ferry Collision Details

• 💥 A 37-foot boat, operated by Jeffrey Knight, owner of Jannus Live, collided with the back of a Clearwater Ferry on Sunday night.
• 💔 The crash resulted in the death of 41-year-old Joseé Castro and sent 10 other individuals to the hospital.

Attorney's Statement on Misinformation

• 🗣️ Knight's attorney has issued a letter to investigators to dispute allegations and clear up misinformation surrounding the incident.
• 📞 The attorney states that Knight immediately directed a passenger to call 911 and remained on the line for 12 minutes after the crash.
• ⚓ Knight's vessel was used to stabilize the ferry and maneuver it closer to shore for easier access by first responders.
• 🏥 An offer to transport injured individuals by water to Morton Plant Hospital was declined by the ferry captain.
• ⚠️ Knight's boat only left the scene when first responders arrived, as it was taking on too much water.

Alcohol Test Results

• 🚫 Knight voluntarily took a breath alcohol test, which registered 0.00, a fact already noted by the FWC.
• 💧 The ferry captain also voluntarily submitted to a breathalyzer, which showed no alcohol detected.

Investigation Status

• ⏳ The FWC and US Coast Guard are conducting a lengthy investigation into the incident, noting that vessel accident investigations are complex due to dynamic environments.
• 🤝 Jeffrey Knight is cooperating with the investigation, and no arrests have been made at this time.
• 🙏 Jannus Live expressed thoughts and prayers for the victims and their families, asking for compassion and patience.