Jeff Knight, the former owner of Jannus Live, was charged on multiple counts of leaving the scene of a boat accident earlier this week, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Jeff Knight faces charges after a deadly Clearwater boat crash. Ferry captain cited for missing safety gear; expert weighs in on boating safety and equipment.

Knight, 62, faces eight felonies charges of leaving the scene after he struck the Clearwater Ferry, killing one man.