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CEO Killed, Teen Son Hurt in Boating Hit-and-Run
Authorities searching for dark-blue boat that fled scene of deadly crash in Miami's Biscayne Bay
Mar. 27, 2026 at 7:50pm
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A 55-year-old Miami-area CEO was killed and his 14-year-old son was injured when their small dinghy was struck by a larger boat in Biscayne Bay on Wednesday evening. The other boat fled the scene after the crash, and authorities are now searching for a dark-blue vessel measuring 20 to 30 feet in length.
Why it matters
Boating safety and hit-and-run incidents on the water are serious concerns, especially in popular recreational areas like Biscayne Bay. This tragedy highlights the need for stricter enforcement and penalties to deter reckless boating behavior that can lead to loss of life.
The details
Davide Veglia, the 55-year-old founder of ABTS Convention Services, was riding in a 7-foot dinghy with his teenage son around 8:11pm on Wednesday when their small boat was struck by a larger vessel in Biscayne Bay off Miami Beach. Both Veglia and his 14-year-old son were pulled from the water and taken to a hospital, where Veglia was pronounced dead. The boy suffered a broken arm.
- The incident occurred around 8:11pm on Wednesday, March 26, 2026.
- Veglia was pronounced dead at the hospital after the crash.
The players
Davide Veglia
A 55-year-old Miami-area CEO and founder of ABTS Convention Services who was killed in the boating hit-and-run incident.
Veglia's 14-year-old son
The teenage son of Davide Veglia who was injured in the crash, suffering a broken arm.
What they’re saying
“Boating safety and hit-and-run incidents on the water are serious concerns, especially in popular recreational areas like Biscayne Bay.”
— Authorities
What’s next
Authorities are actively searching for the dark-blue boat, measuring 20 to 30 feet, that fled the scene after the deadly crash.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the importance of responsible boating behavior and the need for stricter enforcement to prevent senseless loss of life on the water.
