Drunk driver causes speedboat accident

The driver of a speedboat which collided with another boat killing a man and injuring two others had been drinking all day, a court heard.

The 32 year old from the Isles of Scilly, was found to be twice over the legal alcohol limit after having been on drinking beer for a nine hour period.

The crash happened in July two years ago the Truro Crown Court was told.

The man had been driving a 21ft speedboat when he collided with a small fishing boat, near Castle Point, St Mawes. The driver of the fishing boat who had also been over the legal alcohol limit was killed.

Two passengers, his brother and friend were also injured.
Mr Cochrane's brother Frazer and friend Chay Richardson were injured.

The boat driver has admitted failing to keep a proper watch, driving at excess speed and failure to exhibit navigational lights.

The Court heard how the accused had earlier been warned by the harbour master for travelling too fast.

The trial continues.

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