Boat operator faces federal charges after mother and infant killed in New York capsizing

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Manuel Hernandez, the driver of a speedboat that capsized in New York Harbor killing Sara Sanchez and her infant daughter, was charged federally with causing their deaths through misconduct or neglect. He appeared in Manhattan federal court and was released on bail without entering a plea.

Sara Sanchez, 27, and her daughter died after a speedboat capsized in the New York Harbor over the weekend The driver of a speedboat that capsized in New York Harbor over the weekend, killing a 27-year-old woman and her infant daughter, was charged on Monday with causing their deaths through misconduct or neglect. Manuel Hernandez, 46, wiped his eyes with his hand as he arrived for his initial appearance in Manhattan federal court. He was not required to enter a plea and was released on bail. Continue reading...