NewsSNN TV SuncoastMay 11, 2026Manatee
Coast Guard Stops Illegal Charter Boat Near Anna Maria Island
The U.S. Coast Guard stopped an illegal charter boat operating near Bradenton Beach Marina on Thursday. The vessel was carrying 11 passengers and failed to meet the legal requirements for a bareboat charter.
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Illegal charter operations often lack necessary safety equipment and licensed captains, putting passengers at significant risk while on the water.
Key Facts
- The U.S. Coast Guard terminated an illegal charter operation near Bradenton Beach Marina.
- The vessel was carrying 11 passengers at the time of the stop.
- The boat was improperly operating as a bareboat charter.