Boating Collision Claims Three Lives During Fishing Tournament in Alabama
A tragic boating accident on an Alabama lake during a fishing tournament resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries according to authorities.
Overview
Three men have died following a collision between two boats on Lewis Smith Lake during Major League Fishing's Tackle Warehouse Invitational. The incident occurred at around 7 a.m. on April 16, 2025. Joey Broom, 58, was pronounced dead at the scene, while two other victims, John Clark, 44, and Jeffrey Little, 62, drowned after being thrown overboard. Multiple injuries were reported as well. Major League Fishing has canceled the final tournament day in light of this tragedy while investigations are ongoing.
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The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation, but it occurred during a morning start scenario and involved a collision between two boats, with one being a Nitro Bass Boat and the other a Center Console vessel[1][2][3].
The victims included Joey M. Broom, who died at the scene, and John K. Clark and Jeffrey C. Little, who drowned after being thrown overboard. Three others were injured in the accident[2][3].
Major League Fishing confirmed the accident, expressed condolences, and canceled the final day of the tournament to honor those affected and cooperate with ongoing investigations[2][3].
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