FWC seeks information on boat after man struck and killed while spearfishing in Florida Keys – NBC 6 South Florida

An investigation was underway after a man was struck and killed by a boat while spearfishing in the Florida Keys on Friday afternoon.

The incident occurred around 1:15 p.m. in the water off Mile 39, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office officials said.

The victim was identified as an adult male, but his name was not released.

According to officials, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking information on the boat, which is described as a 32-foot Contender with a white T-top, white hull and blue paint on the underwater hull, as well as two white Mercury outboard engines.

Anyone with information about the boat is asked to call the FWC at 561-357-4200.