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A speedboat capsized near the Statue of Liberty, claiming the lives of a 27-year-old mother and her 5-month-old daughter—while 12 others were rescued and stabilized. The boat’s captain, 46-year-old Manuel Hernandez, now faces federal charges on top of existing state charges for reckless endangerment. Details on the federal case remain under wraps, and his legal team is yet to be confirmed. First responders and a heroic bystander boat played crucial roles in saving lives, underscoring the urgency of quick action in water emergencies. Hernandez remains in custody as authorities vow to release more information. This heartbreaking tragedy continues to unfold with legal proceedings underway.

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