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Miracle Survivor Swims for Help After Boat Crash
8 Oct
Summary
- Three boaters died following a collision near MacRay Harbor.
- A 58-year-old female survivor swam to shore for assistance.
- The investigation into the cause of the boat collision is ongoing.
A fatal boat collision occurred near MacRay Harbor in Harrison Township, Michigan, on the evening of Wednesday, October 7th. The incident involved two vessels, a 1981 Formula Thunderbird and a 1991 Sea Ray Sundancer.
Tragically, three individuals aboard the Formula Thunderbird were pronounced dead at the scene after their submerged boat was recovered the following morning. The deceased have been identified as Craig Miller, Heidi Baldwin, and Gerald Grzadzinski.
A remarkable survival story emerged as a 58-year-old female passenger from the capsized boat managed to swim to shore for help, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. She is considered very fortunate to have survived the ordeal.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the collision. The operator of the other vessel is cooperating with officials as evidence from both boats is examined to determine the exact cause of the incident.
