Girl, 12, dies after being run over by dad in boating accident on Newfound Lake
A 12-year-old girl died Monday after being run over by a boat driven by her father, according to authorities.
Zoe Anderson was learning how to waterski on Newfound Lake in Bridgewater, N.H., around 8:30 a.m. Monday, when she fell, WMUR-TV reported. Zoe's father, Sherwood Anderson, became distracted when his hat blew off his head, and he accidentally ran over his daughter at a low speed, according to New Hampshire Marine Patrol officials.
According to officials, Zoe sustained serious torso injuries as the boat passed over her.
"The boat was attempting to bring the ski line back to the skier," Sgt. Joshua Dirth said, WMUR-TV reported. "The operator was momentarily distracted, and as a result, the boat did strike the victim at a slow rate of speed, but unfortunately, the victim sustained serious injuries."
Zoe's sister and mother were also on the boat at the time of the accident, according to officials. The family, who were visiting from Highland Ranch, Colo., got Zoe out of the water and called 911, the Union Leader reported.
A medical helicopter arrived at the scene, but Zoe died before she could be transported.
No drugs or alcohol played a part in the accident, and no charges are expected to be filed, the Union Leader reported.
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