The authorities are now investigating a tragic and mysterious cruise that has left many unanswered questions.
What began as a routine trip on the waters of external banks in North Carolina was destroyed, leading to a shocking discovery of the famous television star of reality and his beloved dog.
An unexpected incident sent waves of sadness through communities of fishing and entertainment communities, and fans were thinking about what really happened in that fateful night.
Charlie Griffin Wicked Tuna dies in a tragic accident cruise
Charlie Griffin, a pilot for the National Geographical Show Bad Tuna, tragically lost his life in an accident accident. On Sunday evening, Griffin was out on the waters of Outer Banks in North Carolina with a friend when he disappeared.
The US Coast Guard announced that two yachtsmen were leaving Virginia Beach and expected to arrive in Wanches in North Carolina for ship repairs. However, they never reached their goal and were officially delayed by 11:00.
The coastline spokesman said Virginian-Pilot that both individuals were last seen or heard from about 6:15 pm. Sunday.
On Monday they located search teams, including Coast Guard members and local first respondents. After getting on, they discovered the bodies of griffin and his faithful dog Leily. Since Monday evening, the second missing boat remained.
On Facebook’s Griffina page, a heartbreaking message, Fortune reels, confirmed its passage.
Griffin’s photo that enjoys the sun was published next to the message: “With the deepest sadness we report Charlie Griffin and his beloved dog Leila, died today in a cruise accident.”
“Please keep his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.”
Griffin joined Wicked Tuna in his second season as a fisherman based in North Carolina and stayed at the exhibition until five seasons.
The series of hit national geographical reality is watched by qualified fishermen who compete for catching massive, high -quality fish, sometimes worth tens of thousands of dollars. The fisherman with the greatest success until the end of the season earns lifelong praise rights.
Griffin especially won the competition in the fourth season.
After the news of his completion, fans and celebrities took on social media to express their grief.
One fan wrote: “One of my favorite boys.”
He commented on another: “challenging, griff.”
Many viewers described the loss as a heartbreaking for the fans of the show and one said, “It will be one of my favorite forever forever.”
Some shared a moving photo of Griffin and Leily and remembered the boat ride last summer, where they had a chance to meet him.
Fan remembered, “Charlie was incredibly well -informed and friendly – great captain.”
Another added: “Leila was an amazing dog. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. ”
NC Watermen United, an organization that supports commercial fishermen, also paid tribute to Griffin and emphasized the impact of many lives.
“He was very loved and many of them will be missing,” the organization said in a statement.
“We will always be grateful for the difference he made in our lives.”
The tragic browsing of Charlie Griffin has left his family, friends and dedicated fans of tuna from the wicked tuna. His passion for fishing, his warm personality and his adventure spirit made him a beloved character on and off the screen. As those who knew and admired him will continue to mourn his legacy, his legacy will live until he had the memories he had created in the fishing community and memories he created. His love for the sea, his loyal companion Leila and his unwavering determination of his craft will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.