The operator of a speedboat that capsized in New York Harbor, killing a mother and her infant daughter, is scheduled to appear in Manhattan federal court.

The New York City Police Department says a woman and infant have after a boat capsized in New York Harbor. Police say the boat overturned around 10:25 p.m.

A woman and a 5-month-old girl died after a boat capsized in New York Harbor, near Liberty Island, authorities said.

Twelve people were rescued from the water before police arrived