Snorkeller killed after being struck by boat off Miami, Florida

Published
June 08, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Hollywood Beach, Florida
off the coast of Miami
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Incident type
Boating, Drowning

Summary

Drowning Hollywood Beach Florida in Hollywood Beach, Florida: A 31‐year‐old woman was struck by a passing boat while snorkeling off the coast of Miami. Her body was recovered near Hollywood Beach around 20:00 local time on June 3. The injuries were consistent with a vessel strike and ruled as blunt force, leading to her death.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Kellie Melinda Williams Unknown Fatal

Original reporting

Snorkeller killed after being struck by boat off Miami, Florida

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