During a fishing tournament in Alabama, a collision between two boats killed three individuals and injured three more. The incident occurred on Lewis Smith Lake, prompting an investigation by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, which revealed that the accident involved a bass fishing boat striking another vessel. Major League Fishing expressed deep condolences to the victims' families and subsequently canceled the remainder of the tournament, which featured a significant cash prize. Details regarding the cause of the crash remain undisclosed as authorities continue their investigation.
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, which is investigating the crash, said a bass fishing boat struck a center console-type vessel early Wednesday morning.
Kathy Fennel, Major League Fishing executive vice president and general manager, said in a statement, 'This is a heartbreaking moment for our entire organization.'
Major League Fishing canceled the third and final day of the competition, which was scheduled for Thursday, after the tragic incident.
Three people aboard the vessel were killed, and the ALEA said three more people were injured in the collision during the fishing tournament.
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