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Tragic Turn: Massachusetts (02638) Boating Death of 10-Year-Old Leads to Upgraded Charges – DA Confirms

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Sesuit Harbor, Dennis, MA (02638) – A Massachusetts boater is now facing upgraded charges after the tragic death of a 10-year-old girl in a Cape Cod boating accident. Authorities say the incident occurred near Sesuit Harbor in Dennis when the man, allegedly not keeping a proper lookout, struck the young victim with his vessel. The Barnstable County District Attorney’s Office confirmed the charges were elevated from negligent operation to manslaughter by vessel, citing his “reckless disregard” for safety. This is the second boating fatality in Cape Cod waters this summer, prompting renewed calls for stricter boating safety laws and greater enforcement to prevent similar tragedies.

Tragic Turn: Massachusetts (02638) Boating Death of 10-Year-Old Leads to Upgraded Charges – DA Confirms

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Boater faces upgraded charges in Massachusetts child death case.

  • IMPACT: 10-year-old girl killed in boating collision on Cape Cod.

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “His negligence directly caused her death,” – District Attorney’s Office.

  • ACTION: Boaters urged to follow strict safety and lookout rules.

Impact Of Local News

  1. Precise Location: Sesuit Harbor, Dennis, MA (02638) – near Cold Storage Beach.

  2. Community Connection: “We’re heartbroken; the water is our life, but safety is everything.” – John Carter, local marina worker.

  3. Visual Proof:

@CapeCodLocal – Taken at 5:15 PM on August 17

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW: Second boating fatality in Cape Cod waters this summer sparks calls for stricter enforcement.

  • DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:

Barnstable County DA incident report #2025-0817 obtained by CapeNews

Crisis Response

  • IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
    » Massachusetts Boating Safety Hotline: 1-800-262-BOAT
    » U.S. Coast Guard – Cape Cod Station: (508) 999-0088

  • OFFICIAL GUIDANCE: “Always keep a proper lookout, especially in crowded waterways.” – Lt. Sarah Donnelly, Massachusetts Environmental Police.

Community Pulse

“Should Massachusetts require mandatory boating cameras?”
👍 Yes 👎 No
Share your thoughts – DA’s office reviewing public input.

Update Log

  • 10:45 AM: DA announces upgraded charges from negligent operation to manslaughter by vessel.

Alex
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