šØš¤ KEVIN WELLS CHARGED WITH VEHICULAR HOMICIDE FOLLOWING FATAL BARNEGAT BAY BOAT CRASH
Kevin Wells faces vehicular homicide and assault by vessel charges following a fatal July boat crash on Barnegat Bay. Authorities allege Wells was intoxicated when his boat struck and killed a 26-year-old man.
š BARNEGAT BAY, NJ ā SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
A man has been charged with vehicular homicide in connection with a fatal boat crash on the Barnegat Bay that claimed the life of a 26-year-old man on July 25.
Authorities identified the defendant as Kevin Wells, who now faces multiple charges stemming from the deadly marine collision.
āļø Wells is charged with vehicular homicide in connection with the death. He also faces two counts of assault by vessel while intoxicated related to the same incident.
š¤ According to authorities, the charges stem from the July 25 crash on the Barnegat Bay. The investigation remains focused on the circumstances surrounding the collision and the alleged operation of the vessel while intoxicated.
ā ļø Wells is reportedly the third person charged this summer with operating a boat under the influence in connection with a series of fatal crashes on the Barnegat Bay.
The latest charges underscore ongoing concerns surrounding boating safety and impaired operation on New Jersey waterways.
šļø GSNN extends our condolences to the family and loved ones of the 26-year-old victim.
āļø All defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
š² Garden State News Network will continue to follow this case and provide updates as additional information becomes available.