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NewsNBC 6 South FloridaJune 24, 2026United States

Witnesses sought in fatal boat strike investigation at Hollywood Beach

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is seeking witnesses to a fatal incident involving 31-year-old Kellie Melinda Williams, whose body was found at Hollywood Beach on June 3. Authorities believe she was struck by a watercraft while snorkeling or diving near Dr. Von D Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park.

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Why It Matters

Authorities are requesting information from anyone who was in the water or near the shore between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on June 3 to assist in an ongoing investigation into a fatal .

Key Facts

  • Kellie Melinda Williams, 31, was found deceased at Hollywood Beach on June 3.
  • Investigators suspect the cause of death was a strike by a watercraft while the victim was snorkeling or diving.
  • The victim was last seen entering the ocean around 10:30 a.m. near Beach Access 1.
  • The victim was wearing a light blue shirt, black shorts, and had a floating dive flag.
  • Authorities are seeking witnesses who were in the area between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. on June 3.
  • The search area for potential vessel information extends up to 1 mile offshore.
  • Tips can be reported anonymously to the Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-3922.

Who's Mentioned

organizationAmerican Airlines“Employer of the victim.”other888-404-3922“Wildlife Alert Hotline for tips.”personKellie Melinda Williams“31-year-old victim of a suspected boat strike.”locationDr. Von D Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park“Area where the victim was believed to be snorkeling.”organizationHollywood Police“Assisting in the investigation.”personEmilio Benitez“Witness who observed the body being pulled to shore.”organizationFlorida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission“Lead agency investigating the incident.”