In a tragic turn of events, a boat capsized in New York Harbor near Liberty Island on Saturday night, resulting in the death of a 27-year-old woman and her five-month-old daughter. Twelve individuals were rescued from the water before police arrived, but the mother and infant were later discovered by police divers. The Coast Guard reported that the other survivors were in stable condition. The operator of the vessel, identified as Manuel Hernandez, has been charged with 13 counts of reckless endangerment. Investigations are ongoing to determine whether the boat was an illegal charter, as it lacked Coast Guard credentials, safety equipment, and inspection certificates. Capt. Doreen McCarthy, the Coast Guard Sector New York commander, expressed condolences for the loss of life and gratitude towards partner agencies and Good Samaritans who aided in the rescue operation. Adam Schwartz, owner of Sea the City II sightseeing company, stated that his boat took the 12 survivors onboard after the accident. The authorities are collaborating to ensure accountability for any lawbreakers involved in the incident.