MIAMI FLORIDA, A fatal hit-and-run boat crash in Biscayne Bay left a Miami CEO dead and his teenage son injured, as authorities continue searching for the vessel involved.
According to officials, the incident occurred on Wednesday, March 25, at approximately 8:11 p.m., when emergency crews responded to reports of a collision involving a small boat in the Meloy Channel near Indian Creek and Biscayne Pointe.
Authorities said 55-year-old Davide Veglia and his 14-year-old son were aboard a seven-foot inflatable dinghy when another vessel struck them, ejecting both into the water.
Rescue teams recovered the victims and transported them to a nearby hospital. Veglia later died from his injuries, while his son remained hospitalized with a broken arm.
Witnesses in the area reported hearing the crash and calls for help. Two nearby teenagers said they contacted emergency services after hearing the child calling out. They also described seeing a larger boat moving quickly through the area around the time of the incident.
Officials described the vessel involved as a dark blue boat with a black bottom, estimated to be between 20 and 30 feet in length and possibly equipped with multiple outboard engines. It was last seen traveling north from the Meloy Channel between 7:45 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.
Authorities noted that it remains unclear whether the smaller dinghy had its lights activated at the time of the collision.
No suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
Davide Veglia, founder of ABTS Convention Services, is being remembered by family and friends. He established the company in 1995 and expanded its presence internationally.
Officials are asking anyone with information or video footage related to the incident to contact the Wildlife Alert Hotline as they continue efforts to locate the vessel and determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
