FWC chair, Miami-Dade State Attorney texted about Pino boat crash, records show
Briefly

The investigation into a boat crash that killed a teenager has come under scrutiny due to numerous text exchanges between Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission chairman Rodney Barreto and Miami-Dade State Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle. The texts occurred after the tragedy, with both parties discussing potential charges against the boat operator, George Pino. This correspondence raises concerns about the investigation's integrity and highlights frustrations expressed by the victim's family regarding delays in justice for their daughter, Luciana 'Lucy' Fernandez, who tragically lost her life in the accident.
In a serious investigation context, communication between agencies is critical, and the revelation of substantial text exchanges raises concerns about the integrity of the prosecution process.
The families impacted by tragic incidents like this deserve timely justice, and drawn-out investigations can exacerbate their suffering.
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