DATE/TIME: Saturday, October 7, 2023, at approximately 12:24 p.m.
INCIDENT: Minor Injury Boating Accident
LOCATION: Camp site 15, Park Moabi, CA
SUMMARY: On Saturday, October 7, 2023, at approximately 12:24 p.m., Marine Enforcement deputies responded to a report of a boat accident near camp site 15 at Park Moabi. The vessel, a blue and white Mastercraft ski boat, left the beach heading south on the Colorado River. Approximately 30 seconds after coming up onto plane, an explosion came from the engine compartment of the vessel. The vessel caught fire and was later extingushed by jet skiers in the area.
A 5-year-old female and 3-year-old male suffered burns to their lower extremities. The 5-year-old female was later air evacuated to Sunrise Medical Center for her injuries. All injuries appeared to be non-life threatening.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Deputy W. Poe of the Colorado River Station, (760) 326-9200. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave information online at www.wetip.com.
Refer: Deputy W. Poe
Station: Colorado River Station
Phone No. (760) 326-9200
Case No. 252300067
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
