The priority now is for the victim to recover and to determine what caused this new maritime accident in Panamanian waters. Authorities are seeking to clarify responsibilities and determine if there was negligence, excessive speed, or human error. The Maritime Authority of Panama (AMP) reminded captains and boat owners that in recreational zones, one cannot speed or be overconfident. They also asked bathers to stay within marked areas and not to let their guard down, because in the sea, a single second is enough for everything to change. Meanwhile, the case is still under analysis. The incident occurred on February 9, 2025, and now the authorities are gathering versions to find out what happened. The vessel, with an outboard motor, was navigating the area when the impact occurred. The outing ended in a scare. The incident raised alarms in one of the most visited tourist spots. The Maritime Authority of Panama (AMP) confirmed that it has already started the investigation through the Maritime Affairs Department. The foreigner was assisted and immediately taken to a local hospital, where she remains under medical observation. A young English tourist was injured after being hit by a passenger boat in the waters of Cayo Zapatilla, in Bocas del Toro.
