Overview
- Kellie Melinda Williams, 31, was found in the surf near New Mexico Street after two fishermen alerted police, with the discovery occurring on Wednesday, June 3.
- A preliminary FWC examination found injuries consistent with a vessel strike and described the death as a "boating incident."
- Florida Fish and Wildlife investigators are working with Hollywood Police on the case and have not publicly identified any boat or people involved.
- Officials say Williams had been snorkeling near Dr. Von D. Mizell-Eula Johnson State Park earlier that day and investigators are reviewing that timeline.
- Family and colleagues described Williams as an experienced snorkeler, and authorities ask anyone with information to call the Wildlife Alert Hotline at 888-404-FWCC for anonymous tips.