During the Tackle Warehouse Invitational at Lewis Smith Lake in Alabama, a tragic boating accident occurred on the second day of the Major League Fishing event. Two boats collided, resulting in the death of three individuals and injuries to three others. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating the incident, where a bass fishing boat struck a center console-type vessel early in the morning. Among the deceased were Joey M. Broom, John K. Clark, and Jeffrey C. Little.
Major League Fishing expressed sorrow over the incident, with executive vice president Kathy Fennel extending condolences to the affected families and friends. The competition's final day was canceled following the accident. Competitors, including angler Flint Davis, had been vying for a prize pool of up to $115,000. The details leading to the crash have not been disclosed by the state agency or Major League Fishing, emphasizing the tragic outcome of the collision during the fishing tournament in Alabama.