Boy Scouts Sued for Wrongful Death of Boy Killed in Jet Ski Crash

Parents of Boy Killed in Jet Ski Crash on Old Hickory Lake File Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Boy Scouts

The parents of a boy who was killed in a jet ski crash on Old Hickory Lake in 2021 have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Boy Scouts of America.

The lawsuit, which was filed in Davidson County Circuit Court, alleges that the Boy Scouts were negligent in their supervision of the boy, who was 12 years old at the time of the crash.

Boy Scouts Statement on the Lawsuit

In a statement, the Boy Scouts said that they are "deeply saddened" by the boy's death and that they are "cooperating fully with the investigation."

The Boy Scouts also said that they have "a long history of providing safe and fun activities for young people" and that they are "committed to the safety of all our members."

Details of the Lawsuit

The lawsuit alleges that the Boy Scouts were negligent in the following ways:

• Failing to properly supervise the boy while he was operating the jet ski
• Failing to provide the boy with adequate safety training
• Failing to maintain the jet ski in a safe condition

The lawsuit also alleges that the Boy Scouts' negligence caused the boy's death.

Boy's Father Speaks Out

In a statement, the boy's father said that he is "heartbroken" by the loss of his son and that he is "determined to hold the Boy Scouts accountable for their negligence."

The father also said that he hopes the lawsuit will "help prevent other families from suffering a similar tragedy."

Legal Analysis

The Boy Scouts have a duty to provide a safe environment for their members.

If the lawsuit is successful, the Boy Scouts could be held liable for the boy's death.

The outcome of the lawsuit will likely depend on the evidence that is presented at trial.

Conclusion

The Boy Scouts are facing a wrongful death lawsuit over the death of a boy who was killed in a jet ski crash on Old Hickory Lake.

The lawsuit alleges that the Boy Scouts were negligent in their supervision of the boy.

The outcome of the lawsuit will likely depend on the evidence that is presented at trial.