The U.S. Coast Guard said it has rescued five people and is searching for three more after a boat collision Monday night in Old Saybrook, Connecticut.
The five rescued crew members were taken to hospital for treatment, the coast guard said. Fox 61.
The Coast Guard said a search was underway for three missing men who were not wearing life jackets.
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The U.S. Coast Guard said it has rescued five people and is searching for three more after a boat collision Monday night in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. (Getty Images)
According to the Coast Guard, the boat was traveling at high speed when it collided with a breakwater, causing extensive damage and injuring five crew members.
The condition of those involved in the crash is unknown.
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The five rescued crew members were taken to hospital for treatment, the coast guard said. (Getty Images)
The Old Saybrook Fire Department is leading the investigation. Coast Guard stations in New London and Cape Cod have also been called in to assist with the search.
The Coast Guard said the vessel was traveling at high speed when it collided with a breakwater. (Getty Images)
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The incident remains under investigation.
