American tourist dies in jet-ski accident in Bahamas

26/11/2004

Thank you very much for all you did for us. Our lives are so much better through your help.

Barry, Doncaster

Warren Collins, the lawyer representing the family of a two year old boy who was killed whilst on holiday in the Bahamas has spoken of his dismay having heard of another terrible water sports tragedy.

Bahamas police Thursday are investigating the death of an American tourist who was killed in a jet ski accident.

Anthony Moretti, 44, of Staten Island, New York, died Tuesday on Paradise Island, after his jet ski collided with one driven by his 13-year-old niece, said police superintendent Hulan Hanna.

Local jet ski operators pulled Moretti from the water. He suffered severe head injuries and died after being taken to a hospital, Hanna said.

Several people have died in water sports accidents on Paradise island in recent years.

Last month, Bahamas Hotel Association president Jeremy MacVean called for tough new licensing regulations and insurance requirements for water sport vessels.

His call came after a British couple asked British police help investigate the death of their two-year-old son, who was struck by a speedboat in 2002 near the same beach where Moretti died.

Back to news

Make A Claim

If you would like us to provide you with advice with regard to your potential claim, please complete our brief claim form. We will reply to your enquiry within one working day.

Fill out our quick claim form

Call Us

If you would like to speak to someone directly about your claim, please call our friendly team on:

0870 024 0558

©2011 Alexander Harris Solicitors - Merged with Irwin Mitchell since 02/05/06

Irwin Mitchell