Major League fishing boat accident: 3 killed, 3 injured in Major League Fishing contest boat crash
Boat accident leaves 3 dead, 3 injured at Major League Fishing tournament in Alabama..
Fatal boat crash occurs during Major League Fishing tournament..
Major League Fishing (MLF) confirms that a serious boating accident occurred this morning on Lewis Smith Lake during Day 2 of the Tackle Warehouse Invitational. The incident involved one of the event’s competing anglers, Flint Davis of Leesburg, Georgia.
Following this morning’s tragic boating accident, Major League Fishing (MLF) announced the cancellation of the final day of competition at Invitational Stop 3 scheduled for Thursday on Lewis Smith Lake.
“This is a heartbreaking moment for our entire organization,” said Kathy… pic.twitter.com/YkUR37l8YU
— Major League Fishing (@MajorLeagueFish) April 16, 2025
Major League fishing boat accident
Emergency personnel and local authorities responded immediately and remain on scene managing the situation.
Out of respect for those involved, and to ensure the accuracy of all information, no further details will be released at this time. MLF is working closely with law enforcement and emergency officials. Additional updates will be provided as they are confirmed by the appropriate authorities.
Our thoughts, prayers and deepest concern are with everyone affected by this tragic incident.
Three people are dead and three others are injured after a multi-boat crash on Smith Lake Wednesday morning during a Major League Fishing tournament. Super Sad scene, the water is not a place to be joking around.#majorleaguefishing #boat #crash pic.twitter.com/XN3CcND5Gs
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In a comment about Joey M. Broom to WBRC, Snead Mayor Tim Kent said, “He always had a smile on his face. No one ever had a bad thing to say about him. He always put the Town of Snead and its people first. They are deeply saddened and shocked. He will be missed.”
A deadly boat incident occurred during a Major League Fishing tournament on Wednesday at Lewis Smith Lake, Alabama, Day 2 of the Tackle Warehouse Invitational. MLF confirmed a serious multi-boat accident, killing 3 & 3 injured pic.twitter.com/xbCEXKhjWg
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