BRADENTON, Fla. — A 14-year-old was killed Saturday after officials say a boat and a watercraft crashed into each other while out on waters in Manatee County.
A spokesperson with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said the incident involved a 45-year-old on a jet ski and two brothers who were on a boat.
The teen was killed while his 17-year-old brother was taken to a nearby hospital, FWC said. His condition is unknown.
"The FWC would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends affected by this tragedy," the agency said in a statement. "We would also like to express our gratitude to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office, first responders, and medical personnel for their swift response and ongoing assistance."
All law enforcement agencies that responded to the crash say they will continue to investigate the cause of the incident.
Authorities say they will release more information when it becomes available.