Two Teenagers Charged After Paddleboarder Hit by Speedboat

Police have charged two teenagers following a collision that seriously injured a 17-year-old boy on a paddleboard near Svendborg. The incident occurred Sunday when a speedboat struck the paddleboarder.

The two individuals, aged 16 and 17, are accused of endangering others, a violation of the penal code. The 17-year-old girl who was driving the speedboat at the time of the collision is also charged with negligent bodily harm, according to Fyns Politi.

Authorities believe both the 16-year-old boy, who was operating the boat shortly before the incident, and the girl recklessly endangered others. It remains unclear how the two have responded to the charges. The police are collaborating with the Danish Maritime Authority on the investigation.

The collision took place around 3 p.m. on Sunday near Rantzausminde Harbor. Police stated there was no suspicion of alcohol or drug influence at the time of the incident.