Powerboat incident Southampton Water 

Update

Further to yesterday’s statement (13 May) regarding the powerboat incident in Southampton Water it is now known that the persons involved are, Peter Dredge, a former RYA Powerboat Racing Manager, past committee member and current powerboat racer.  His son, Simon Dredge, Simon Wood-Power, also a former RYA Powerboat Racing committee chairman and current powerboat racer and Lee Hurst, an engineer from Ross Marine.  

Currently we understand that two of the individuals involved are still under medical care with the other two having been discharged from hospital.  

“Peter Dredge and Simon Wood-Power are both highly regarded within the powerboat racing community and both are extremely knowledgeable and experienced in this type of craft”, commented Jeni Jelf, RYA Powerboat Racing Manager.  

Although the incident was not in conjunction with any RYA activity or event, the persons involved have a long standing connection to the association. On behalf of the Powerboat Racing Department along with its associated competitors, clubs and committee members, we would like to convey our thoughts and best wishes to those involved, especially those still receiving medical care and their families.