What to Know
- The trial continues on Friday in the case of George Pino, a prominent South Florida developer who was driving a boat during a fatal 2022 crash near Boca Chita Key.
- Pino is facing second-degree manslaughter and vessel homicide charges for the crash that claimed the life of 17-year-old Lucy Fernandez and left another teen, Katy Puig, with permanent injuries.
- Pino, 55, has pleaded not guilty and maintains his innocence, calling the crash an accident.
- The previous four days of the trial saw proceedings paused after Pino broke down in court, along with emotional testimony from Fernandez’s father. Jurors were also shown video of Fernandez being treated, and were taken on Thursday to see the boat involved.
Find live updates from the 5th day of the trial below.
Read more Suspect in death of man who fell from 25th floor of Miami Beach condo granted bond
Read more Driver in custody after fleeing traffic stop, leading pursuit in SUV, FHP says
Read more Empty seats on World Cup’s opening day renew ticket price concerns