George Pino has been charged with felony vessel homicide after a boat crash on September 4, 2022, that killed a 17-year-old girl and injured another. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's investigation has been defended by its head, Rodney Barreto; however, emails reveal concerns over whether crucial procedures, like alcohol testing, were overlooked. Following a Miami Herald report, further scrutiny arose regarding the initial investigation that reportedly failed to interview key witnesses. Pino, currently awaiting trial, was previously charged with misdemeanors before the case was reopened.
Rodney Barreto, chair of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, expressed concern over potential oversights in the investigation into the crash resulting in the death of 17-year-old Luciana Fernandez.
Emails show Barreto questioned whether the FWC's investigation into George Pino, charged with felony vessel homicide, adequately addressed critical aspects such as alcohol testing.
Barreto's email reflects a recognition of possible shortcomings in the investigation, especially after a Herald report suggested key witnesses were not interviewed adequately.
Katerina Puig's ongoing recovery from a brain injury serves as a reminder of the serious consequences of the September 4, 2022 crash.
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