He faced a misdemeanor charge because the ferry’s stern light was out at the time of the crash

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Clearwater Ferry captain gets charge reduced after deadly crash

Dennis Kimerer faced a misdemeanor charge because the ferry’s stern light was out at the time of the crash. After he pleaded guilty, the charge was reduced to an infraction. Read more.

 
 

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