Tragic Fishing Accident Claims Life of Young Crew Member
Gloucester, MA – A tragic accident off the North Shore claimed the life of a 26-year-old fisherman, Jaxson Marston, on Friday. Marston, along with another crew member, sustained critical injuries after being struck by a snapped rope aboard the fishing vessel "25 TO LIFE." The U.S. Coast Guard received an emergency call at approximately 4 p.m. regarding the incident, which occurred about 25 miles east of Nahant.
Rescue teams swiftly responded, with boats and a helicopter dispatched to the scene. The injured crew members were transported back to Gloucester, where they received medical attention. Marston was pronounced dead at Beverly Hospital upon arrival. The surviving crew member was reported to have a concussion and potential broken ribs.
Marston, originally from Addison, Maine, was honored by local community members, with a select board member describing him as “like a brother.” A fundraising effort by Cape Ann Lobstermen has been initiated to support Marston’s family. Maine State Representative Tiffany Strout expressed condolences and urged support for the injured crew member as well, reminding the community of the unpredictable nature of life and the need for compassion during difficult times.
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