Fatal Confrontation Between Boat Registered in Florida and Cuban Border Guard Troops: Four Dead, Six Injured
A recent incident involving a boat registered in Florida and Cuban Border Guard Troops resulted in four fatalities and six injuries, according to the Cuban government. The Ministry of the Interior of the Republic of Cuba reported that the boat approached the El Pino channel in Cayo Falcones, Villa Clara province, prompting Border Guard Troops to intervene. The crew of the boat allegedly opened fire, injuring the commander of the Cuban vessel.
The Ministry of the Interior released a statement detailing the events of the confrontation, which occurred on February 25, 2026. The violating speedboat, registered in Florida with the registration number FL7726SH, was detected within Cuban territorial waters. The incident led to the tragic deaths of four individuals on the boat, while six others sustained injuries and were provided with medical assistance.
The Cuban government is actively investigating the incident, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Stay tuned to NBC6 for the latest developments on this tragic event.