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Watch Live: Opening statements begin in George Pino's Miami trial over fatal boat crash
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· June 8, 2026
· 3 min read
Miami real estate developer George Pino is standing trial in a case stemming from a 2022 boat crash in Biscayne Bay that killed one of his daughter's teen friends and left another passenger with life-altering injuries. Pino faces manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in connection with the crash
Key takeaway • The boat crash happened near Boca Chita Key in Biscayne Bay in September 2022.
Why this matters in The Miami
The trial of George Pino, a Miami real estate developer, has significant implications for the community, particularly in regards to boating safety in Biscayne Bay. As a major waterway, the bay is a popular spot for recreational activities, but it also poses risks, especially near channel markers like the one involved in the fatal crash. The fact that Pino's boat struck a marker near Boca Chita Key, a well-known landmark in the bay, raises questions about the need for increased awareness and caution among boaters. Miami-Dade County has a large and diverse community of boaters, and this trial may prompt a re-examination of safety protocols and regulations to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The outcome of the trial will likely be closely watched by residents and visitors alike, as it may impact the way boating is regulated and enforced in Miami-Dade County's waterways.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 8, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Miami real estate developer George Pino is standing trial in a case stemming from a 2022 boat crash in Biscayne Bay that killed one of his daughter's teen friends and left another passenger with life-altering injuries. Pino faces manslaughter and vessel homicide charges in connection with the crash
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