Tragic Early Morning Incident Claims Four Lives
Emergency services responded to a devastating maritime incident in the early hours of Saturday morning when a small boat capsized near Imperial Beach, resulting in four fatalities. The US Coast Guard and San Diego County Sheriff's Office were alerted to the emergency around 12:30am after reports emerged of an unresponsive person floating in the water.
Emergency Response and Recovery Efforts
According to local media reports including Fox 5 San Diego and The San Diego Union-Tribune, rescue teams discovered at least three additional victims deceased near the Imperial Beach Pier. Five survivors were transported to hospital with what authorities described as minor injuries. The US Border Patrol joined the extensive search and rescue operation, though officials were quick to emphasise this was purely a water rescue mission rather than a border-related matter.
Eyewitness Accounts and Ongoing Investigation
Angel Flores, who had been fishing from the pier when emergency services arrived, provided a chilling account of the scene. He reported witnessing one of the victims floating unresponsive in the water as law enforcement began their search. The identities of those who lost their lives have not yet been publicly released, and authorities have provided no further information about the circumstances leading to the capsizing.
The Sheriff's Office continues to treat the incident as an active investigation, with the Daily Mail confirming they have reached out for additional comment. This remains a developing story as officials work to determine the cause of this tragic event that has left the local community in mourning.
