Jet Ski Death Lawsuit Filed After Fatal Hawaii Accident
Honolulu, HI — A jet ski death lawsuit has been filed after a fatal accident in Hawaii that left one teen dead and a 20-year-old man distraught, and two families have been devastated by the deadly mishap.
The jet ski death lawsuit follows the August 5 death of California teen Kristen Fonseca at Keehi Lagoon in Honolulu. Fonseca, 16, was operating a jet ski, as was 20-year-old Tyler Dagley, of Australia.
However, the fun outing became tragic and prompted the jet ski death lawsuit when Dagley’s watercraft crashed into Fonseca’s — the teen died of injuries sustained in the waterborne collision the following day.
Fonseca’s family, who witnessed the fatal accident that precipitated the jet ski death lawsuit, say that the girl was blindsided by Dagley’s craft. Sister Monique Sanchez explains:
“He was just speeding really fast and then just came up and just slammed right into her.”
Kristen’s stepfather Mario Canton also witnessed the collision and recounts:
“I then saw her head lunge forward, and hit the steering wheel, Kristen then, fell forward, fell back and then fell into the water.”
Before the jet ski death lawsuit, Dagley was charged with misdemeanor third-degree criminal homicide — and investigators say that the young man was operating the craft recklessly, standing up and “showing off” to impress his girlfriend. The girlfriend, 21-year-old Natasha Ryan, has also been charged after investigators say she caught the accident on film and later deleted it to cover up Dagley’s actions.
Ryan is not named in the suit brought by Fonseca’s family. Dagley, who appears in footage in a neck brace, was remorseful in court, breaking down in tears and recalling praying for Fonseca and her family in the wake of the tragic accident.
In addition to suing Dagley in the jet ski death lawsuit, the family is also suing Aloha Jet Ski Rentals for failing to properly instruct Dagley on piloting the jet ski as well as failing to intervene and prevent his allegedly reckless behavior.
Tags : hawaii, honolulu, jet ski death lawsuit, jet ski death lawsuit kristen fonseca, jet ski death lawsuit tyler dagley
Posted: August 16, 2012
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Aug 17, 2012
how often do we read aboiut people being killed while on vacation riding PWC's… inexperience, alchohol, show baoting, etc… yeh, lots of fun to ride, but is it worth your life or that of a family member?
when I go on vacation, I stay way clear of any activity that would be deemed dangerous… I know, I could be hit by a bus, not likely though…
sit on the beach, ride the waves with a boogie board – stay off of jet skis.
Aug 17, 2012
Oh STFU!!! why dont you go live in a bubble…. stuff happens… be careful … be aware… life goes on… I've had jetskiis for 10 years… yeah there are idiots out there…. but be AWARE of your surrondings!!! anythig can happen anywhere at anytime! It's called LIFE!!! DEAL WITH IT!!!
Aug 17, 2012
The man seems honestly hurt, and will now face a life with a criminal record. Suing for money will not bring back a life, but will just further ruin the living one. IF they now thought it was so dangerous out there, why did they let a young inexperienced driver out there alone. And if the instruction prior to driving was so bad, why would they let her drive alone? Accidents are just that, accidents, unless he was drunk or under the influence of other drugs. I also do understand that he may have been reckless, but thousands every day go on vacation, and do things dangerous to have fun. There are usually stickers on those things stating the dangers.
Aug 17, 2012
This is a stupid accident. Stop suing it won't bring back the dead nor will it make it right for the kid who is responsible.
Aug 17, 2012
This guy did not do this on purpose and as far as standing up and showing off, that's why they make jet skis!
Aug 17, 2012
This guy did not do this on purpose and as far as standing up and showing off, that's why they make jet skis!
Aug 17, 2012
I don't think people even give it a thought when they get on a jet ski, they are not like automobiles. THEY DON'T HAVE BRAKES. to stop you either have to be going really slow/let it stop on it's own. or give it slight gas and bust a 180 and let the water stop you. I'm pretty sure there are other ways too.
Aug 17, 2012
I don't think people even give it a thought when they get on a jet ski, they are not like automobiles. THEY DON'T HAVE BRAKES. to stop you either have to be going really slow/let it stop on it's own. or give it slight gas and bust a 180 and let the water stop you. I'm pretty sure there are other ways too.
Aug 18, 2012
There must be consequences for bad choices. Accident or not, anyone who causes death or injury must deal with the consequences. This is also life. How could he not see her? There are no visual obstructions on the water!
Aug 18, 2012
Surprised that the jet ski rental company didn't make them sign anykind of waiver.
Aug 18, 2012
Actually, they do have brakes
Aug 18, 2012
You are right, we cannot live in a vacuum. However, if an avoidable accident occurs to you, will you be so cavalier in your sttitude?
Aug 19, 2012
Unfortunately a crime has been committed and a life taken due to a careless accident.there are two lives shattered in this case. Hindsight a great teacher a little too late
Aug 20, 2012
never been on a jet ski w/ brakes. i release the throttle on all the one's i have used. if they do let me know which brand,model & year?
Aug 24, 2012
Here's another frivilous lawsuit. You can tell someone to use common sense and be safe but will they listen? Often alcohol is involved. Don't sue the people that rent the jetskis out. Don't sue the jetski company. They can't help it if you're ignorant and act like an ass.
Aug 25, 2012
It was an accident and people need to be more understanding. He wasn't drinking. Their family is going through enough and people need to be more supportive! This could happen to you's one day!! My brother died in a car accident and I would NEVER blame the driver!! Hense it being an accident!!
Aug 25, 2012
So true Linda, that's why they are called accidents.
Aug 25, 2012
I agree…the poor guy is feeling guilty enough…and now he has to go through all this!!! It was a freak accident!!