East River Boat Collision: Party Boat and Private Vessel Crash Injures Five

Labor Day Weekend Collision

• ⚠️ A Labor Day weekend celebration on the East River turned frightening when a party boat and a private vessel collided.
• 📍 The incident occurred near the FDR Drive, between 23rd and 25th Streets, involving the Cabana party boat and a private vessel named 'Let's Live 2'.

Injuries and Damage

• 🤕 At least five people were injured in the collision.
• 🏥 Three individuals from the party boat were transported to the hospital, while two on the private vessel sustained minor injuries.
• 💥 The impact caused significant damage, including a broken window on the party boat.

Investigation and Aftermath

• 🚢 The private vessel, 'Let's Live 2', reportedly fled the scene after the collision.
• ❓ The owner of the private vessel stated it was on autopilot at the time of the crash.
• 🛠️ The Cabana party boat will remain docked for repairs and until cleared by the US Coast Guard.
• 🚫 No arrests have been made, and the cause of the crash is under investigation.
• 🎟️ Ticket holders experienced delays and confusion as the party was moved to another vessel.