Dad, two kids and gran killed in tragic boat accident

A devastating boating accident in Florida has claimed the lives of a father, his two young children, and their grandmother, leaving behind a heartbroken family and a community in mourning. Cristian Marín, along with his daughter Victoria, son Juan Camilo, and his mother Nubia Romero, tragically died after their boat capsized on the St.

Johns River near Jacksonville on the evening of Friday, March 21.

The family had been on board an 18-foot vessel accompanied by four other passengers when the boat suddenly overturned.

While the remaining individuals managed to survive by clinging to the hull of the capsized boat, Cristian and his family were unable to escape the water.

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According to reports, none of the victims were wearing life jackets at the time of the incident.

Search rescuers from Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (image cropped). (Picture: Jam Press)

Their bodies were later recovered during the rescue operation conducted by the U.S. Coast Guard and local authorities.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office confirmed receiving a distress call around 7 p.m. that evening, prompting an urgent response by marine units.

When rescuers arrived, the four survivors were found atop the overturned vessel, but efforts to reach Cristian and his family were tragically too late.

Search rescuers from Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (image cropped). (Picture: Jam Press)

Authorities have launched a formal investigation into what caused the small boat to overturn, but early warnings from officials stress the importance of safety precautions while on the water.

“This is a heartbreaking situation,” a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office spokesperson said.

“Our hearts go out to everyone affected.

Cristian Marín with his wife Paula Valderrama and their kids. (Picture: Jam Press)

This serves as a somber reminder to practice boating safety. Children should always wear life jackets, and boaters must exercise caution and understand their vessel’s limits.”

Cristian Marín is survived by his wife, Paula Valderrama, who is now left to cope with the unimaginable grief of losing her husband, two children, and mother-in-law all at once.

The family, originally of Colombian descent, has received an outpouring of support from their community.

A GoFundMe page set up by a close family friend has so far raised over £47,000, as friends, relatives, and strangers come together to help Paula in the wake of this profound loss.

Cristian Marín with his wife Paula Valderrama and their kids. (Picture: Jam Press)

The fundraiser reads: “It is with deep sadness and a heavy heart that we share the tragic loss of Cristian Marin, his children Victoria and Juan Camilo Marin, and his mother, Nubia Romero. On the night of Friday, March 21, this cherished family was involved in a devastating boating accident on St.

John’s River, which claimed their lives far too soon.”

It continues, highlighting the scale of the emotional toll on the grieving mother and wife: “This has left Paula Valderrama facing unimaginable grief as she navigates the heartbreaking loss of her beloved family members.

We thank you for your kindness, your compassion, and your support during this heartbreaking time.”

As the investigation continues, this tragedy stands as a painful reminder of how quickly joy can turn to sorrow on the water—and of the vital importance of life jackets and boating awareness for all.

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