# ReleasableAccidents

BARDID: NJ-2010-0064
Date: 2010-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Townends Inlet
NearestCityTown: Avalon Boro
County: cape may
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was jumping waves in his PWC in the North atlantic Ocean of Townsends Inlet just off the Avon north jetty. While jumping a large wave the operator fell from the vessel. This action caused passenger #1 to fall foward striking his face on the handle bar area.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0065
Date: 2010-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:38:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intercoastal waterway
NearestCityTown: Galloway Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 Stated that I was traveling North on ICW in the center of the channel between ICW161 and ICW 163 when boat engines dig into the ground. All passengers were thrown foward.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0066
Date: 2010-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:31:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was traveling twords Prospect point on Lake Hopatcong at a high rate of speed.  I crossed the sand Bar off of Halsey Island between the  two Buoys furthest from the Island, I struck the sand bar with my lower unit. I lost all foward power.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0067
Date: 2010-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:49:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate bay
NearestCityTown: berkeley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: SINKING
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was operating in a very heavy congested area.  The vessel took on water due to rough seas and other vessel wakes.  The bilge on the vessel was not operating and the vessel sunk.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0068
Date: 2010-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brielle
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he turned the boat to get gas and got caught in the current, he tried to reverse but caught the bow rail on the anchor of a large green boat.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0069
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:44:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mantua River
NearestCityTown: East greenwich Twp
County: gloucester Co
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On this date Tpr. was detailed to investigate a hit and run accident on the Mantua river in East Greenwich Twp... he was advised after hitting a docked vessel, the suspect departed the sceen in a north-east direction toward the delaware river.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0070
Date: 2010-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:39:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Maurice River
NearestCityTown: Millville
County: cumberland
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: PERSON STRUCK BY VESSEL
RedactedNarrative:
07/31/2010, On this date operator #1 operating a PWC had a collision with another vessel a PWC. Operator #1 was headed to the beach and gave the PWC some gas and a wall of water was in front of him, as the water fell vessel #2 was there.  Operator #1 struck the back of vessel #2  striking the back of operator #2 in the head with the PWC.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0071
Date: 2010-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Raritan Bay
NearestCityTown: Perth Amboy
County: middlesex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
07/17/2010,  On this date vessel #2 was anchored just north of the great beds Light.  Vessel #1 was under way traveling in a north east direction. vessel #1 struck the port bow of vessel #2 seperating the anchor line of vessel #2 . Vessel #1 continued in a north east direction after the collision.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0072
Date: 2010-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:44:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mantua Creek
NearestCityTown: East Greenwich TWP
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: none
Visibility: good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed that Operator #1 was traveling towards the Delaware River on the Mantua River, when he lost control of his vessel and struck the 20' vessel and dock.  Operator then continued down the delaware River, vessel began to take on water and it was beached in a shallow tidal marsh off the Mantua creek towards the Delaware River.   Vessel was tied in a creek.  Operator1 took me to the vessel and I observed the base of the drivers seat ripped off out of the floor and there was standing water on the floor of the stern.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0073
Date: 2010-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate Bay Tices shoal
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 stated in effect i was pulling away from another boat when a stern line was thrown to my boat, the line got caught on top of the motor so i shut the engine off and brought the prop up and by that time the boat drifted. I tried to lower the motor and start it but I hit the other boat.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0074
Date: 2010-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate Bay
NearestCityTown: Ocean Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: EQUIPMENT FAILURE
EquipmentFailure: UNKNOWN
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was heading into Oyster Creek using his GPS following a trac. The GPS must have frozen or for some reason was not working properly.  It was very dark I thought I was closer to the BI Marker and ran up on the March.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0075
Date: 2010-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:56:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic ocean
NearestCityTown: Bradley beach
County: monmouth
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: GROUNDING
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that I was anchored in the ocean and was going to spend the night, but it was to rough. I started heading south looking for the inlet when I hit the rocks (jetty off bradley beach) I tried backing off and got stuck in the waves.  the boat was pushed onto the beach.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0076
Date: 2010-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:58:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware river
NearestCityTown: belvidere
County: warren
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #2 stated that were both doing donuts in the middle of the river, I came out of it and saw V1 in front of me, I tried to go right to miss him but I couldn't, and I hit him.
 Operator #1 stated that were doing donuts in the middle of the river, I stopped and and he hit me from behind and I went flying.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0077
Date: 2010-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:47:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metedeconk River
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Witness #1 stated that we were tubing on the river my brother was driving. Operator made a sharp turn with the boat and hit another wake. we hit the wake and we all got tossed around a bit and the operator and passenger hit heads. it was a freak accident.  we were not operating the boat in an unsafe manner or being careless.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0079
Date: 2010-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:49:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate inlet
NearestCityTown: Barnegate bay
County: ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect that I was coming around the #12 Marker. I throttled back and with the out going tide my vessel veered to the left port and impacted the #12 marker.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0080
Date: 2010-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:54:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: bargegate bay
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was traveling in the channel from the point pleasant canal to gunnars ditch. he was unsure of what happened next, but may have become disoriented from the backround lighting. He missed the cut and grounded his vessel on the marsh.  GPS reciever was not getting a signal, operator stated that he was very familiar with the area and never had a problem like this before.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0081
Date: 2010-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:43:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: dales Yacht club
NearestCityTown: Bay Head
County: ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Witness #1 stated in effect I observed smoke comming from the radio speaker and when operator #1 opened the rear hatch there were small flames comming from the port side corner. I grabbed the fire extinguisher and gave it to the operator and he put the fire out.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0082
Date: 2010-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hudson River
NearestCityTown: Weehawken
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had difficulty backing out of slip at lincoln Harbor yacht club. Operator attempted to regain control of vessel, vessel #2 was leaving slip D#-17 . Vessel #2 passed Vessel #1 and at some point vessel #1 struck the floating dock post due to wake. There were conflicting statements.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0083
Date: 2010-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:19:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW rich sound
NearestCityTown: Middle TWSP
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator#1 stated that we were going right at a slow rate of speed and we all three fell off the ski.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0084
Date: 2010-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:50:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: lake hopatcong wispering ch
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: MACHINERY FAILURE
MachineryFailure: UNKNOWN
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Commercial Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was traveling over the sand bar at halsey Island, I struck the bottum causing damage to to the propeller.  I continued foward towards wispering channel. My vessel became disabled boat was running but not in gear, the ferry came along out of no where and struck my vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0085
Date: 2010-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:07:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little Bay
NearestCityTown: Galloway Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 stated that he was operating the boat and that the victim was sitting on the front. I made a turn and he fell over. I turned off the boat or it turned off itself and I was calling for him I expected him to bob up I saw his face down in the water and blood everywhere. 

   December 14,2010  On the above date, I recieved a letter from the Atlantic county Prosecutors office Major Crimes squad. Same states that there is insufficient evidence of any criminal recklessness to support a continued criminal investigation. The letter states that the prosecutors investigation is now closed and all evidence can be destroyed.
    Due to the religious beliefs no toxicology was taken from the victim as per the Atlantic County Medical Examiners office report. An external examinationb was conducted by the medicalexaminers office which lists the cause of death as multiple head injuries and drowning. Same is consistant with this accident investigation.
    I also obtained the victims death certificate issued by M.D.  Same describes death as an accident occurring as result of victim falling ooverboard from the vessel and being struck by propeller, then drowned. 
    In addition NJSP Detective of Major Crimes South Squad has advised me that his supplemental investigatiopn in this case is comlpete.  He advised that no criminal charges will be filled in this investigation and that all evidence can be destroyed.
   

 Case Closed......


BARDID: NJ-2010-0086
Date: 2010-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:07:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little egg Harbor
NearestCityTown: Long Branch TWP
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Upon arrival to the scene, both PWCs were removed from the water and docked at west 51 street long branch PD. NJ Ocean Co. Operator #1 was flown from the scene by MONOC 1. we are unable to to get a statement due to seriousness of injury. since #2 is a juvenile and unlicensed, ocean county prosecurors will assist in the investigation.  Both PWC were impounded at long branch PD with assistance of Ocean county prosecutors office.
 Accident is in pending status.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0087
Date: 2010-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Sea Side prak boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Commercial Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was traveling along the beach 2 miles off shore, I came accross a barge that looked like is was moving.  The barge had a steel cable or rope extended above the water all the way to the beach unmarked. I was about 300 yards away from from the barge when I passed it. I then snagged a cable or rope and instantly stopped the boat and ripped the outdrive off and broke the other.  I began to take on water.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0088
Date: 2010-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:41:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Greenwich Twp
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On August 9th 2010, the operator of vessel #1 was traveling south approaching Chester Island, and was unfamiliar with the area.  Operator1 was unaware that a dike had been built..  The dike extends approx 1,700' of the jersey shore line. Operator1 was only 500' away and he struck the dike at the bow below the waterline and shortly there after the vessel sank. No injuries reported.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0089
Date: 2010-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:32:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan river
NearestCityTown: Brielle
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was coming back from boating and going to put his boat in his slip.  The wind kicked up and pushed us to the port side.  My vessel did make contact with the moored vessel cousing minimal damage to the anchor.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0090
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sea view harbor marina
NearestCityTown: Egg harbor TWP
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
RedactedNarrative:
A fire affected multiple vessels. Vessel #1 was burnt to the hull but still afloat, Vessel #2 had heat damage to its stbd side, vessel #3 had heat damage to its port side.  the cause of damage was classified undetermined by the Arso and Bomb Unit.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0091
Date: 2010-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:11:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Schellenger Creek
NearestCityTown: Cape May City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 advised that he did not realize that the rudder was turned the wrong way as he was backing away from the fuel dock.  The wind and current got me and before i realized i was up against the first boat and my outward stay caught the outrigger and bent it... As i got free from that boat i tried to turn around and my anchor or bow pullpit hit the back of the other boat.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0092
Date: 2010-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:01:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Grassy sound
NearestCityTown: Middle Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 i realized i was out of the channel and by the time I tried to correct it we became grounded.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0093
Date: 2010-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:48:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: corson Inlet
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: MACHINERY FAILURE
MachineryFailure: UNKNOWN
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that the ski was not running right and it was sputtering. I tried to get it going and we were struck behind by a wave and it knocked us off the ski, it flipped and we couldn't flip it back over.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0094
Date: 2010-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:24:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: CONGESTED WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he didn't remember what happened.   Witness #1 stated that he was operating just fine, not going to fast when he hit a wake then a second wake which spun him suddenly causing him to slam his arm and head into the ski.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0096
Date: 2010-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: lake hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong Boro
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated he was pulling into a slip at Pavinci restaurent next to a large pontoon boat.  Operator thought it would be a tight fit, yet the dock attendent said that they should park there.  Vessel#1 hit Vessel#2.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0097
Date: 2010-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:02:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Ocean gate Borough
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
witness #1 stated that I was watching this guy out there doing three sixties with his jet ski out on the river.  he did about 3 of them and was thrown from the ski, and didn't get back up on the ski.  So I headed out there on my ski to help him.  The guy was face down in the water and not moving.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0098
Date: 2010-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:21:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Marsheider channel
NearestCityTown: Tuckerton Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hull Failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that we were out on the water and it was very windy, we turned around to go back when the port side started to take on water and then we sank.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0099
Date: 2010-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:29:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Egg Inlet
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
operator #1 stated that he was going through the Great egg harbor Inlet, which was rough and a wave hit the stern causing the boat to capsize.  He also advised that he called the coast guard once back on land in order to report the accident.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0100
Date: 2010-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ingram Thoroughfare
NearestCityTown: Avalon
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he thought he was in the channel when the boat ran aground, after the grounding the boat started to take on water.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0101
Date: 2010-09-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware Bay
NearestCityTown: Downe Twp
County: Cumberland
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was traveling north doing about 15 Knots, following my GPS. I looked up and saw a boat ahead of me. I checked my screen to see if i was still on course.  I looked up again and saw a boat right in front of me, I hit the boat.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0102
Date: 2010-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:01:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Graven thorofare
NearestCityTown: Avalon
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was towing victim on the inner tube. as I approached the no wake buoy I turned the boat around, as I turning the boat around victim fell off the tube and got hurt


BARDID: NJ-2010-0115
Date: 2010-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:17:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW180
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
  Operator #1 stated that he was underway and heading toward AB marker. I was aware of the shallows I could see then comming when I immediately ran aground.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0116
Date: 2010-09-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:02:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mullica River
NearestCityTown: Little egg harbor Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Both operators stated that they were both following a cruiser in the mullica River.  We were both jumping wakes. I think we both landed and turned into each other, then we collided, I am not sure if we landed or we collided in the Air.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0118
Date: 2010-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:16:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Brick TWP
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that I saw him coming at our boat and started yelling at him but he kept coming.  At the last minute he turned away from our boat we were towing. He tried to keep going, we yelled at him to stop and then we followed him.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0119
Date: 2010-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: lake hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong Boro
County: sussex
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
vessel #1 was moored, had no operator and was empty of passengers.
  Operator #2 was backing out with my outboard motor, when I attempted to put the engine foward i got no response.  I tried to get the sail up but could not in time and drifted into the boat that was moored.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0121
Date: 2010-10-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Absecon Inlet
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Equipment Failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
EquipmentFailure: Sail Dismasting
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: vessel destruction
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was heading out the Inlet and just passed buoy #5 and I started to ease my way south and the wind hit me and the Mast snapped.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0122
Date: 2010-10-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW #302
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was traveling North bound in the ICW #302, on my left i began to see extra buoys that I normally didn't see.  Right then I felt a jolt and I took my boat out of gear.  I then put it back into gear and nothing happened.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0123
Date: 2010-10-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:31:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Risley Channel
NearestCityTown: Egg Harbor TWP
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
10-16-2010,  We were heading out of the Risley channel twords the IWC when we must have left the channel and ran aground.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0124
Date: 2010-10-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:28:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape may Harbor
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was inbound into the Cape May Harbor when the Glendinning failed because of too much voltage being supplied to the engine synchronizer.  I tried to dock the boat without having any engines and accidently hit the other boat.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0125
Date: 2010-10-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:21:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rancocas Creek
NearestCityTown: Delanco Twp
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: MACHINERY FAILURE
MachineryFailure: UNKNOWN
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that My Vessel was docked in front of vessel #2, I started the vessel and tried to push the throttle foward, then I did so, the throttle jammed. Then I tried the throttle back and forth, when i did so the throttle jammed in reverse and struck the bow of vessel #2 which was docked directly behind me.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0126
Date: 2010-10-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:18:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape May Harbor
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that I came under the bridge and the day marker had no markings on my side. I was crossing the bay at 25 knots, when i went into the shoal. Victim #1 was thrown foward and struck the port side portion of  helm.   USCG responded transported the victim to land where victim was then transported by NJSP South Star for further treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0128
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-11-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:21:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate light
NearestCityTown: Barnegate Light
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that we were fishing out at barnegate lnlet. The water and and waves were very rough. I was on my port side and my friend was on the stbd side.  We were fishing and we took a wave and capsized.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0129
Date: 2010-11-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:13:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Sea Bright
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed the primary cause of the accident was mechanical issues with the vessels auxiliary diesel engine.  the secondary cause was due to the weather and tide conditions.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0130
Date: 2010-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:01:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate bay
NearestCityTown: brekeley twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed that operator #1 was operating  during the hours of darkness heading east in toms river heading towards barnegate bay.  Operator #1 misjudged the edge of the shore line and ran the vessel into the marsh.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0131
Date: 2010-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:07:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegate bay Ware Creek
NearestCityTown: Ocean Twp
County: ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
I just finished fueling my vessel and i smelled fuel. i checked the vessel and was not sure if the vent worked


BARDID: NJ-2010-0133
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2010-11-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Cape May Point Borough
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
We were adrift and a wave came over the transom, the water shorted out the electronics on the boat and I was unable to start the engines. Additional waves came over the transom and the bildge pump could not keep up with the amount of water comming in the boat. The sea conditions were very severe that day.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0134
Date: 2010-11-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Maurice River
NearestCityTown: Comercial Twp
County: Cumberland
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
I was driving the boat in the morning when I ran into a boat a couple of slips down.  I was backing out of my slip, like normal but the tide was moving so fast it pushed me into the other boat before i could get foward.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0135
Date: 2010-12-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metedeconk River
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: MACHINERY FAILURE
MachineryFailure: UNKNOWN
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #2 stated that I was backing the boat into a slip when i lost my Hydrolic steering.  My boat was blown into the other Boat.


BARDID: NJ-2010-0136
Date: 2010-11-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:44:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Brigantine City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of Vessel #1 stated that I was trolling north and looking to see if other boats had a fish.  I noticed  a wave, I turned and gassed the boat to beat the wave.  It was too late, the wave began to white cap as it hit the boat. The next thing I knew I was in the water.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0001
Date: 2011-02-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 04:17:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper Anchoring
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: GROUNDING
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored in the Atlantic Ocean, just off of Island Beach State Park.  The wind was strong and the water conditions were rough.  The vessel started to get blown around due to the conditions.  The vessel started to take on water from the stern.  The vessel then went sideways into the surf and the rough waves took it into the beach.  The starboard side of the vessel was to the shore.  While on the beach the vessel had no apparent damage to the hull.  The vessel was removed the following day by Tow Boat U.S.  operator was transported to Community Medical Center via Triboro First Aid Squad.  He was treated and released for hypothermia.  U.S. Coast Guard Barnegat Light, Seaside Heights Rescue Squad, Seaside Park Police Department, Berkely Township Police Department, Berkely Township E.M.S. and State Park Police all responded and assisted at the scene.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0002
Date: 2011-03-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:33:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator / victim stated that he was paddling east from the area of Lightning Jacks III Marina in the channel.  He turned to starboard to approach his residence.  The current created by the outgoing tide caused the cockpit of his kayak to fill with water when he turned.  He paddled into a shallow area south of the channel so that he could exit his kayak and empty the water from the cockpit.  As he tried to exit the kayak it capsized.  The operator was removed from the water by Brick Fire Department and transported to Meridian / Jersey Shore Medical Center where he was admitted and treated for hypothermia.  The kayak was secured at the owners residence by the trooper.  The operator / victim was released from the hospital on 03-29-2011.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0004
Date: 2011-05-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Hull Failure
AccidentCause2: MACHINERY FAILURE
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated:  we were driving around and started to take on water.  The boat started to sit low.  I lifted the seat and the ski was 3/4 full of water.  Then the stern went under and we fell off.  We swam to the marsh.  I believe that the problem was caused by a manufacturer's defect, because the ski is brand new.  

Passenger stated:  When we jumped off the sinking jet ski, we were swimming towards the shore.  I couldn't swim very well, so I removed my lifejacket and wet suit, so I could swim better.  When I got to shore, I was very cold and shivering uncontrollably.

Investigation at the scene revealed:  Upon arrival at the incident location, the PWC was sitting bow up, stern down in the water, capsized.  We located the occupants just west of the PWC's location in the presence of good samaritan on a 21' center console vessel NJ6832FZ.  We proceeded to wrap the victim complaining of exposure symptoms in an emergency blanket, and float coat.  The victim was relayed to Peir One Marina in Toms River for treatment by the Toms River First Aid Squad.  The PWC was taken into Sea Tow's possession, at the direction of the PWC owner.  After taking the occupants for first aid treatment, we proceeded to inspect the vessel (Boarding Report 05-13B).  The source of the mechanic malfunction could not be determined through operator and passenger statements, and conditions of the recovered capsized PWC.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0005
Date: 2011-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Haven Inlet
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated:  I was familiar with the inlet to Atlantic City but missed it coming up through the fog, so we were going to come in to this inlet to get out of the fog.  As we coming, I could see the north tip of the land and the channel markers beyond the breakers and the fog line.  The fog had lifted upon approach into the inlet, but as I got towards the markers, the fog set in again.  I ended up coming north of the markers because that's where I thought they were going to be after I got through the breakers, I guess not.  So we hit head on right into the beach and the starboard side hit the shoaling.  I know there was immediate damage to the bow and also the transom from the breakers crashing on the beach.  I eventually got through to the Coast Guard on cell phone and told them what happened.  A Sea Tow vessel came out to help us and took us to the marina in Holgate.  My wife was looked at by the First Aid.  We then got a ride to the Seahorse Motel.

Passenger stated:  Due to the fact that wife was hearing impaired, operator conversed with same for a brief time, at which he advised she stated to the effect that she was on the portside of the vessel with her life vest on when they ran aground.  They were taken to Holgate Marina by Sea Tow, and the Beach Haven First Aid Squad evaluated her for injuries.  wife stated she was not injured, but very shook up, and refused transport to the hospital for further evaluation.

Investigation at the scene revealed:  The undersigned first met with the above listed operator of the vessel in question at the Seahorse Motel Long Beach Twp.  Upon arrival, the undersigned spoke with the operator and retrieved the statement listed above.  The undersigned was then contacted back at Point Pleasant station by federal Fish and Wildlife Agent.  The undersigned was advised he had spoken to, and finally met with the owner to allow same to access the federally protected beachfront in order to retrieve personal effects and remove all hazmat materials.  These materials would include the Honda outboard motor and fuel, Halon tanks and all fire extinguishing materials, propane tanks, and epoxy paint materials.  
05/20/2011 - An observation was then conducted via water on Troop Vessel 8258.  The undersigned observed the vessel to sustain major damage to all of it's portions.  There was vessel debris observed to be scattered in a northeast direct from the wreck extending to 150' beyond same.  No evidence of any fuel tank or motors were observed to be present, confirming their removal.  There was no debris observed within the inlet or any surrounding portion of the water, and the boat's remaining structure was not determined to be a hazard for any vessel navigating the Beach Haven Inlet.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0006
Date: 2011-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intercoastal Waterway
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated:  I looked down for a second I looked up and hit him.

Operator #2 stated:  I was sitting there fishing and he hit the side of me.

Investigation while at the scene revealed that vessel #1 was traveling north bound in the ICW at the above location.  Vessel #2 was fishing while a drift.  Vessel #1 struck the port side of the vessel #2 causing fiber glass cracks along the port side.  It should be noted that all scratches to vessel seemed to be superficial.  All damage on both vessels was determined to be recent due to the fact that there was no growth or corrosion were the damage occurred.  There were no injuries and both vessels were driven from the scene.  Summons number SPA092221 for 12:7-76 was issued and there were no injuries.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0007
Date: 2011-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware Bay
NearestCityTown: Downe Township
County: Cumberland
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated:  We were drifting in the Delaware Bay approximately 100 yards from the shore line for stripers in a northern direction.  The boat engine stalled and the boat drifted onto a sand bar.  While trying to start the engine waves were coming over the transom and filling the boat with water.  My son got out of the boat and started pushing us off the bar and the boat drifted up on shore and sunk.  We called Fortescue Marina and the man came out to get us.  

Investigation while at the scene revealed:  Vessel 31 was in the area of 39. 148 and 75.112 drifing North in the Delaware Bay.  Vessel #1 then ran aground on a sand bar with the bow facing north with the transome facing south.  The tide was coming in and the wind was blowing 20 to 30 mph from the south with a one to two foot chop.  The water started entering the vessel in the area of the low cut transom eventully filling the deck and submerging the boat.  The boat then drifted with the incoming tide and beached onto the shoreline of Beadon Point.  No injuries reported.  
05/29/2011  Tow Boat US: Captain Benny advised he retrieved the vessel and returned it to the owner at the Fortescue Marina.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0008
Date: 2011-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cedar Creek
NearestCityTown: Berkely
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Driver #1 stated:  I was going in a straight line, I looked around and made a right turn.  She was behind me, when I noticed her I turned left to avoid a collision but we hit.  

Driver #2 stated:  He was in front of us, he turned left and headed towards us.  We were head on when we turned left to avoid a collision when we hit.  

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 just completed a turn to the starboard side and was heading west bound.  Vessel #2 was heading east bound.  Both vessel were headed towards each other.  In order to avoid a collision, both vessels turned to port and they collided.  The starboard side of vessel #1 made contact with the bow of vessel #2.  No injures were reported.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0009
Date: 2011-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Townsend's Inlet
NearestCityTown: Middle Township
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Passenger #1 stated that he was climbing into the vessel along the starboard gunwale.  Water began coming into the vessel and it capsized.

Passengers #2-#4:  Statements concurred with Passenger #1's statement.

Investigation at the scene revealed:  Vessel #1 was drifing at the above coordinates with its engine off.  Passenger #1 entered the water and attempted to re-board at the starboard gunwale.  As passenger #1 was boarding, his weight caused the vessel to list and allow water to enter the vessel.  The sudden rush of water caused Vessel #1 to capsize causing the remaining 3 passengers, that were on the vessel, to be ejected. 
Larsen's Marina responded to the scene and towed the vessel back to the marina.  Inspection of the vessel showed no damage to the hull of the vessel and outboard engine was submerged.  No other injuries were reported or observed at the scene.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0010
Date: 2011-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Egg Harbor Bay
NearestCityTown: Upper Township
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated he jumped a wake from a passing boat and was too close.  He then landed and hit the other boat.  

Operator #2 stated he was crusing at about 20 knots when he felt a bump and heard a noise.  He turned around and saw the personal watercraft behind him.  

Witness statement concurred with operators #1 & #2.

Investigation revealed that vessel #2 was operating in the Great Egg Harbor Bay in the directin of Ocean City.  Vessel #1 jumped the wake of vessel #2 becoming airborne.  Vessel #1 port bow made impact with vessel #2 swim platform causing damage to the swim platform and bent the support bar.  Vessel #1 sustained minor damage to the fiberglass hull.  Vessel #1 was being operated in a unsafe manner.

Issued Summons  SPA092211, 12:7-63d  Operate personal water craft in a prohibited manner (airborne)
                                  SPA092212, 12:7-61c  Operate PWC without Boater Safety Certificate
                                  SPA092213, 12:7-61f  Allow uncerified operator to operate PWC.  Issued to the owner of vessel #1


BARDID: NJ-2011-0011
Date: 2011-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:17:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated to the effect:  I was heading out Double Creek Channel and was trying to pass the other boat, (vessel #2).  As I began to pass, the channel curved and the other boat began to turn.  I had nowhere to go, and hit the boat.  

Operator #2 stated to the effect; I was heading out Double Creek Channel staying to the right, not going very fast.  I was hit from behind.  I turned around and saw the other boat, (vessel #1) just before he hit me.  He was going too fast.  

Investigation revealed:  Both vessel #1 and vessel #2 were traveling east from Double Creek Channel towards the Barnegat Inlet.  In the area of marker #10 operator of vessel #1 failed to properly overtake vessel #2.  Vessel #1 then impacted with vessel #2 causing damage.  No injuries were reported.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0012
Date: 2011-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware Bay
NearestCityTown: Commercial Township
County: Cumberland
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Sunday - May 22, 2011:

On this date at approximately 11:30 am the N.J.S.P. Bivalve Station received a "Mayday" distress call over VHF marine radio channel 16.  The nature of distress and location of the vessel was unknown at the time.  S/Sgt. and I prepared troop vessel 8257, a 23 ft V-Ram to respond to the call.  Further information was received from Sea Tow Maurice River stating they had received a phone call from a boater who stated they were taking on water and sinking near Maurice River buoy #1 and then the phone call was disconnected.  Sea Tow attempted to call back the number but was unsuccessful and stated the boat may have sunk.  Upon our arrival in the vicinity of the last known area near buoy #1 a person was observed waving his arms with a red colored life jacket standing on the bottom of capsized vessel.  As we approached the vessel we observed two other persons in the water clinging to the hull of the capsized vessel not wearing life jackets.  All three persons were pulled from the water and secured on troop vessel 8257.  All persons involved in the capsizing were rescued and accounted for.  All subjects were transported to Long Reach Marina in Commercial Twp., Cumberland County where they were treated by the Millville City Ambulance Rescue Squad for mild hypothermia, small abrasions and hyperventilation with chest pain.  No further treatment was required beyond first aid.  

Operator vessle #1 stated:  We were heading back to the marina after a fishing trip when the motor starting running rough and stalled out.  The motor couldn't be restarted and as we were drifting the waves from the rough seas were coming in the boat over the stern.  The boat began to flood and more water was coming in.  The bilge pump wasn't keeping up with the water coming in.  It was looking like we might be sinking so I made a Mayday, Mayday, Mayday call on the radio.  Occupant called Sea Tow on his cell phone and all of a sudden the boat flipped over and we were all in the water.  It was lucky no one got caught underneath the boat when it flipped over.  All we could do was wait and hope that help was on it's way.  

Investigation revealed:  The operator of vessel #1 was attempting to head back to the marina (Long Reach Marina) after a morning fishing trip when his outboard motor lost power causing the vessel to become disabled.  This allowed the rough seas to enter Vessel #1 over the stern causing flooding.  Vessel #1, a 19 ft Cox does not have a transom well thus allowing the water to enter directly into the vessel.  As vessel #1 flooded , the bilge pump was unable to keep up with the amount of water coming over the stern.  With the additional weight of the water and the rough seas Vessel #1 dipped the edge of the starboard / stern below the waters surface and thus capsizing Vessel #1 throwing all three occupants into the 66 degree water.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0013
Date: 2011-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Port Newark Channel
NearestCityTown: Newark City
County: Essex
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Single vessel (V1) collision with pier bulkhead at GPS coordinates N40 41.736 / W074 08.373.  The operator of V1 stated to the effect:  I was heading down the channel towards the bay using the diesel inboard when I saw the tug pushing the ship.  I thought the tug stopped pushing so I proceeded to pass behind it, when it started pushing the ship again.  The tug wash pushed the bow of my sailboat (V1) to the port, causing it to strike the pier.  

Capt. (Tug) stated that the pilot boat advised him there was a small sailing vessel behind him, but he did not see what happened.  

Investigation revealed:  V1 was traveling east in the Port Newark channel (restricted area) towards Newark Bay when it suddenly turned to its port and struck the wooden bulkhead at pier 17.  The point of impact was the sailboat's bow stem (V1).  Tug was pushing Tanker towards the pier on the opposite side of Port Newark channel causing turbulence.  V1 sustained minor damage to its bowsprit and forestay including to the fiberglass.  No injuries were reported.  V1 was seaworthy and able to continue on under its own power.  V1 was en route from Stanford, Connecticut to Smith's Marina on the Passaic River.  The owner / operator of V1 agreed to moor at City Park ramp in Bayonne overnight.  

On scene:   Port Authority Police, Officer and the U.S.C.G. BM-2


BARDID: NJ-2011-0014
Date: 2011-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Middletown
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated, we left the Shrewsbury Rocks about 1:30 am due to rough seas.  I was following the GPS and Radar heading back along Sandy Hook in what showed deep water when we hit bottom right along the beach.  I called Tow Boat US for a tow and he quoted me a price of about $1,000 over the phone.  When he arrived on scene he said it would cost about $3,000.  I told him that I would think about it.  At this time, with the assistance of a few fishermen, we attempted to push the boat out into deeper water, but the waves hit the side of the boat and filled with seawater.

Witness #1 concurs with operator #1

Investigation at the scene revealed, Operator #1 and witness #1 stated, they departed Staten Island, NY at 7:00 pm on June 3, 2011 for an overnight striped bass fishing trip to the Shrewsbury Rocks fishing grounds.  This area is located approximately 1 mile off Monmouth Beach.  At about 1:30 am June 4, 2011 while at anchor, operator is awaken by rough seas pounding the hull.  At this time he decides to pull the anchor and head for home due to the adverse sea conditions.  At approximately 2:00 am vessel runs aground on Sandy Hook near buoy #11.  Operator #1 estimates speed at impact to be approximately 15kts, and that he was watching his GPS and radar at the time of impact.  Both instruments showed vessel was in deep water at time of impact.  Vessel was later towed to Sandy Hook Bay Marina by Sea Tow.  I should be noted, the entire shoreline demographics have changed significantly due to pounding surf and tidal flow.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0015
Date: 2011-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:01:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Middletown
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel 1 (V1) stated to the effect:  I had the carburetor rebuilt recently and the motor was running fine.  We were drifting along the shoreline trying to catch some fish.  I could not get the motor started and did not have time to throw out the anchor.  The boat drifted onto the beach, while other boats in the area watched and offered no assistance.  

Investigation revealed:  V1 was drifting along Sandy Hook Recreational Area beach near the Highland Bridge, when a motor malfunction caused it to wash ashore onto the sandy beach (N40-22 / W073-59) due to the strong tidal current.  The vessel (V1) was on the beach and in the surf upon arrival.  V1 sustained damage to it's widshield and swim platform.  V1 contained approximately 60 gallons of fuel (gasoline), which was secured in its fuel tank (no leaks).  There were no injuries reported.  V1 was removed to the Atlantic Highlands ramp by Sea Tow.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0016
Date: 2011-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:09:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Westins Mill Pond
NearestCityTown: East Brunswick
County: Middlesex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Loading
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Saturday, 05/21/2011, 1909 hrs.

Pre-accident event; 
On the above date, the above victim was reported missing under East Brunswick Police Department Investigation file number #11-1535.  Based on East Brunswick P.D. investigation report Victim was visiting from California and was staying with his Aunt.  Victim decided to go fishing in Westins Mill pond in the early morning in their canoe.  At approximately noon time he returned for lunch and advised that he was not hungry and "wanted to catch fish" and left the residence to go fishing again.  The Aunt expected Victim to return at approximately 1700 hrs. for dinner and did not return.  Uncle became worried and checked the area and could not find Victim and called the police.  
When I arrived on scene, I observed a red canoe along the shoreline facing southwest partially submerged in water.  The area is described as a shallow area of Westins Mill pond with depths ranging from 0-7 ft.  The area is covered in a thick and heavy vegetation with a muddy foundation encompassed by a dark brown water with a visibility of about 1-2 feet under water.  

Accident investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 located on Westins Mill Pond, was occupied by operator #1, while going fishing on the pond directly behind the property.  there was an unknown apparent imbalance of the canoe causing it to overturn.  The victim fell into the water and got tangled in the heavy vegetation and was not able to stay afloat since he was not wearing a life jacket and drowned.  There are a few factors that caused the victim to drown; not wearing a life jacket, getting tangled in the thick vegetation, unfamiliarity with the area and his surroundings, and poor swimming abilities.  There were no witnesses on scene.  The deceased was pronounced by the Medical Examiner and cause of death to be determined at a later date.  Next of kin was notified by East Brunswick Police Department.  

The following reports can be referenced for further details:
Investigation report, East Brunswick Police Department, File #11-17535
OPerations report, State Police Marine Bureau, File #V510/2011-00120R


BARDID: NJ-2011-0017
Date: 2011-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:50:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation reveals that vessel #1, a 35ft. Silverton cabin motor boat NJ 6161 HA was anchored in the Tice’s Shoal, Berkeley Township on the Barnegat Bay and was not underway.  Vessel #2, a 28 ft. Bayliner NY 1899 UW was also in Tice’s Shoal, Berkeley Township on the Barnegat Bay but was underway.  Witness #1 and #2 were located on an independent third party vessel “Luna Sea II” (official #123367) and were anchored in Tice’s Shoal.  Witness #1 and #2 both report that the operator left the helm of his vessel while it was underway causing same to entangle the anchor line of vessel #1.  Operator2 then entered the water and was able to free the anchor line when the owner of vessel #1. Vessel #1's windlass and increased the scope of the anchor line.  Once freed from the anchor line vessel #2 began to drift and struck bow first into the bow of vessel #1.  It continued to drift starboard side to starboard side down towards the stern of vessel #1.  Attempts were made by the crews of both vessels to fend off utilizing fenders and physical force, however, the two vessel struck due to wind and wave action.  

Victim #2 received an abrasion to his left forearm and a contusion to his left thumb as he tried to keep both vessels from scraping together.  His injuries did not cause him to seek medical attention.  When vessel #2's bow was aligned at the stern of vessel #1, crew member started vessel #2 in an attempt to back it away from vessel #1.  Vessel #2 went forward and collided into the swim platform and transom of vessel #1.  Victim #1 reported she was on the swim platform of vessel #1 and was struck by vessel #2.  She fell back through the door in the transom of vessel #1 onto the aft deck.  Island Beach State Park EMS were called to the scene and treated victim #1 for a large contusion on her left upper leg.  Owner of vessel #2 was retieved from the water with the assistance of his crew member and Tow Boat US. 

Owner of vessel #2 Operator2 was informed by Capt. that he should remain on scene until the arrival of the U.S. Coast Guard and New Jersey State Police who had been contacted.  Once back on board vessel #2 Operator2 departed prior to the arrival of any authority.  Occupants of vessel #1 reported that no identifying information was ever provided.  Operator2 stated he was experiencing chest pain after spending an extended time in the water.  He informed that he departed the scene because he needed to take heart medication (nitroglycerin 0.4 mg.).  A check of NJSP Hamilton ODU and Point Pleasant Station found no telephone calls from Operator2 logged on the date of this accident.  Summons SPA092601 was issued to Operator2 for violation of N.J.S.A. 12:7-76 careless operation of a vessel.  Operator2 was also issued summon SPA092602 for a violation of N.J.S.A. 12:7-34.46, failure to render assistance and exchange identifying information at the scene of a vessel accident.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0018
Date: 2011-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Inter Coastal (Chart 12318)
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/13/2011 (Monday), Sgt and I were dispatched to the area of Beach Thoroughfare for a complaint of a capsized vessel.  We utilized Troop Vessel V8233 and checked for the above vessel/victims.  Upon our arrival we could not locate the above vessel but were able to make contact with four of the five victims.    All advised that they had flipped the vessel and could not flip the vessel back over, then they swam to shore.  It should be noted that they were standing by with Atlantic City Police Department, whom were assisting in the rescue via land.  All of the victims advised that they were Ok and refused medical treatment while on scene.  Same also advised that they were renting a home, and that this is were the fifth victim had returned to.  All the victims described the vessel as having no motor and that they were utilizing paddles to operate the vessel.  
Following interviewing the first four victims, Sgt. and I continued our search for the above vessel.  We expanded our search accordingly with the outgoing tide.  A short time later we were able to locate the capsized vessel in the area of the Brigantine Bridge.  The vessel was still capsized and floating just above the water line.  Several attempts were made to right same however these were met with negative results.  The vessel was then towed back to the NJSP Atlantic City Station and secured at the station dock.  Sgt. and I then utilized Troop Vehicle 1059 and met with the remaining victim who also advised that she was not injured, and refused medical treatment.  She advised she swam back to the house after the vessel flipped over.  
On 06/14/2011 (Tuesday), I was able to notify the vessel's owner of the status/location of their vessel and the prior nights events.  I also provided same with two towing companies that could remove the vessel.  The following morning Tow Boat US responded to the NJSP Atlantic City Station and were able to salvage the above vessel.  


BARDID: NJ-2011-0019
Date: 2011-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manahawkin Bay
NearestCityTown: Stafford
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was operating on the Manahawkin Bay in the area of the route 72 bridge, Stafford Twp.  While underway operator #1 slipped and struck his mouth on the PWC near the handle bar area.  As a result of the impact, operator sustained an injury to his mouth and teeth.
It should be noted that the initial report of this accident involved another vessel being struck.  It was discovered that after the injury was sustained, operator returned to his residence.  While en route to that location a docked vessel was struck by operator.  The impact was described as very minor, and no damage was reported.  The injury reported was a result of the initial incident, and not a result of hitting the vessel.  I spoke with the docked vessel owner who concurred with this event.  It should also be noted that the exact location in the Manahawkin Bay was not known, but was described as above.  The latitude andlongitude coordinates contained in this report are of the general area, and are not exact.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0020
Date: 2011-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:51:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Beachwood Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation at the scene revealed that vessel #1 and vessel #2 were east bound on the Toms River with vessel #1 following vessel #2.  At the end of the Beachwood Boro no wake zone both vessels began to accelerate.  For an unknown reason vessel #1 accelerated at a much faster rate and collided with the center of the stern of vessel #2.  The impact left operator #1 unconscious.  After being pulled from the water and transported to the Beachwood Boro Community Center, she was stabilized by Beachwood Boro Rescue and flown by medi-vac helicopter to the Jersey Shore Trauma Center for treatment.  Tow Boat was contacted and took possession of the PWC since the owner had departed.  
The undersigned then proceeded to NJSP Pt. Pleasant Station and responded to the Jersey Shore Trauma Center by vehicle.  Upon my arrival it was learned that Operator1 had been medicated and still unconscious although her injuries were not life threatening.  
Due to investigation and statements at the scene, samples of Operator1’s blood were taken for the purpose of determining BAC.  See V530/2011-00001D.
Prior to my departure from the trauma center  subject arrived.  When asked what happened, he stated that Operator1 wanted to stay with the occupants of vessel #2, so when they reached the end of the no wake zone he accelerated and continued toward home.  He stated that he later received a phone call advising him of the collision.  
This case is pending an interview of Operator1.
Additional Summons:
SPA092422     Charge:  12:7-65
SPA092423     Charge:  12:7-46


BARDID: NJ-2011-0021
Date: 2011-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:26:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brielle
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation at the scene revealed:  Vessel #1 was departing slip #31 in Hoffman's Marina, with three persons on board.  The current was strong at four knots during this time, with an outgoing tide.  As vessel 31 exited the slip and turned to face south, it went broadside to the current, and Operator #1 was unable to maintain control of the vessel.  Vessel #1 was pushed in an eastward direction by the current, across the fairway, at which time Vessel #1 struck the bow pulpit, hull, and bow rail of vessel #3.  Vessel #3 was unoccupied at the time of the collision.  Operator #1 proceeded to throttle forward in order to clear contact with vessel #3.  Traveling in a southerly direction, while continuing to be pushed east by the strong current, vessel #1 then struck vessel #2, which was secured at the end of the dock in a transient slip.  Vessel #2 received damage to the underside of its bow pulpit, as well as scrapes to her hull.  Vessel #2 was unoccupied at the time of the collision.  Operator #1 continued to throttle forward in attempts to clear from contact with these vessels.  Operator #1 then was able to secure his vessel at the fuel dock at Hoffman's Marina in order to assess the damage and wait for police response.  
Investigation determined through operator statements, witness statements, inspection of vessel damage by responding Troopers, and consideration of prevailing marine conditions at the time of collisions.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0022
Date: 2011-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
06-10-11 Investigation at the scene revealed:  This Trooper was detailed to a report of a floating body in the water off of Berkeley Twp.  Upon arrival at the scene at 1734 hrs., I met with Detective Sergeant First Class.  He directed me to the lifeless body, found floating face down.  DSFC had been operating PWC'S in the area with his juvenile sons.  He advised that they had discovered the body floating at 1700 hrs.  He advised that the exact initial location where he had located the body had been directly east of the dead end Allen Rd. Berkeley Twp.  I proceeded to take DSFC aboard my vessel, and together we lifted the deceased individual into the aft deck of my State Police Zodiac vessel.  he existed no indicators for possible resuscitation.  Signs of lividity and rigor mortis were present.  All limbs and appendages of the deceased were found to be stiff but moveable when we pulled the deceased into the vessel.  The depth of the water where the body was observed was found to be 5 feet, based upon the State Police vessel's depth sounder.  The wind was observed to be out of the South / Southeast direction, and I estimated the wind speed to be 10 to 15 miles per hour.  Water temperature was approximately 72 degrees fahrenheit.  The latitude and longitude were taken from the navigation system on my patrol vessel, in the location where the body was pulled aboard my vessel.  It was as follows:39 degrees 54 minutes 36.5 seconds North 074 degrees 07 minutes 16.6 seconds West.  We traveled approximately a quarter mile and brought the body to a suitable location to continue this investigation and secure the State Police vessel.  

Myself and DSFC arrived at C & C Marina with the deceased at 1811 hrs.  We were met at the dock of C & C by members of Berkeley Twp. Police Department, as well as with medics.  Detectives arrived on scene at 1812 hrs. Monoc Paramedics boarded the vessel and officially medically confirmed the status of the deceased.  Doctor pronounced death at 1815 hrs.  Detective  arrived on scene to photograph and memorialize the condition of the body.  At 1920 hrs. Ocean County Medical Examiner advised that he was satisfied that the deceased individual matched the Driver's license identification photo.  The medical examiner conducted an inspection of the body.  Doctor stated that the bruise to the right eye of the victim appeared to have occurred prior to death.  Otherwise, he advised that there were no visible signs of trauma.  I requested Point Pleasant Station to check for any vessel registered to the victim.  Post mortem examination was arranged for tomorrow, Saturday 06-11-2011, at Community Medical Center in Toms River.  It was determined that Detective would attend the post mortem, and a presumptive test for alcohol and or drugs would be performed.  Kedz Funeral Home arrived on scene and was tasked with transportation of the deceased to Community Medical Center.  Upon departing C & C Marina with DSFC, he guided me to the initial location where he had located the floating body, specifically off Allen St. Berkeley Twp. This location was marked as the following 39 degrees 54 minutes 25.1 seconds / 074 degrees 07 minutes 24.3 seconds.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0023
Date: 2011-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Brigantine Bay
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sharp Turn
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On 06-19-2011 (Sunday), The above individual entered the NJSP Atlantic City Station and advised that they were involved in a PWC accident and needed help.   Atlantic City EMS were dispatched to the station and provided treatment to passenger #1 who suffered from a four inch laceration to the left side of his face.  AC EMS transported victim to ACMC City Division for further treatment. The operator and other passenger stated that they were ok and refused medical treatment while on scene.  
Interviews of all three individuals were consisted with the statement that operator provided.  It should be noted that operator had completed the safety course less then a month ago and had limited experience on a PWC.  An inspection of the above PWC did not reveal any damage above the water line, indicating that it impacted any other objects.  During this time operator advised that he did not think the PWC had any damage below the waterline.  operator departed the station on the PWC and other passenger traveled to ACMC with AC EMS.  It is believed that operator attempted to turn the PWC at a high rate of speed and capsized same.  USCG added: Victim suffered injury when he hit the water.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0025
Date: 2011-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:11:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bearnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  While operating vessel #1 in the area of the Berkeley Island County Park, operator #1 attempted to negotiate a turn.  Due to operator inexperience, operator #1 was unable to maneuver the PWC, subsequently, striking the bulkhead.  Upon impact, operator #1 was ejected from the PWC.  Operator #1 was able to swim to shore, where he would be treated by Berkeley Twp. EMS, as well as paramedics.  Bracing for impact with the bulkhead, operator #1 stuck his left leg out, causing serious damage to same.  Due to injuries sustained, operator #1 was airlifted to Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune, N.J.  Vessel 31 was secured at the scene, where it would be towed the following day by Tow Boat US.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0026
Date: 2011-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:02:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Knowlton
County: Warren
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Accident investigation revealed:  Vessel #2 was crossing the river in an Easterly direction from Pennsylvania to New Jersey at a slight up river angle.  Vessel #1 was heading north up river.  Neither operator saw the other vessel until the vessel were within 10 feet of each other.  Vessel #1 subsequently struck vessel #2 on the starboard side amidships caving in the side above the waterline about 6 to 8 inches.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0036
Date: 2011-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Absecon Inlet
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was inbound Absecon Inlet, when it was swamped by a wave near buoy #8.  Vessel #1 was completely submerged within the water for approximately forty-five minutes prior to it's removal at the ramp.  It was determined this accident was caused by swamping due to rough sea conditions.  No injuries reported reference this accident.  Boarding report 07-32B was completed reference this accident.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0037
Date: 2011-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:33:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rainbow Channel
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was heading in a southly direction within Rainbow Channel, when it was cut off from the left hand side by vessel #2.  Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 on the starboard side midship with it's bow.  Vessel #1 subsequently continued on by overriding the forward portion of vessel #2.  It was undetermined if vessel #1 actully struck the victims.  Vessel damage along with the victim's injuries and witness statement's, reflect the failure of Operator2 to yield to vessel #1 along his starboard side who had the right of way.  He was issued summons SPA092247 for violation of N.J.S.A. 13:8201.8 for violation of Rules of the Road Rule 15 (Crossing Situation - The vessel to the starboard is the stand on) and summons SPA092248 for violation of N.J.S.A. 12:7-61 for violation of no Boating Safety Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0038
Date: 2011-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong Boro
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: That on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at approximately 1615 hrs. a collision took place between the above two vessels on Lake Hopatcong in the area of Sharp's Rock, Hopatcong Boro, Sussex County.  Damage sustained to vessel #1: Portside windshield and rubrail.  Damage sustained to vessel #2:  Starboard side bow scratches in gel coat.  It is unclear based on conflicting operator / witness statements as to which vessel collided into the other.  What is apparent, based on operator #1 statement is that he was in a passing / overtaking situation and that he never signaled to the other vessel as to his actions by sound device as required by U.S.C.G. Navigational Inland Rule #13 in an overtaking situation as to which side he was going to pass on.  Under this navigation rule the overtaking vessel or passing vessel is required to sound 1 short blast on his horn if he is going to pass on the port side and two short blasts on the horn if he is going to pass on the starboard side.  He must also stay clear of the overtaking vessel until he is well clear of it, for risk of collision.  The vessel being passed is required to stand on and maintain course and speed.  Operator of vessel #1's actions are a contributing factor to this accident.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0039
Date: 2011-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Raritan Bay
NearestCityTown: Perth Amboy
County: Middlesex
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
Wind: UNKNOWN
Visibility: UNKN
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Accident investigation revealed:  On Saturday, June 11th, 2011, at approximately 1500 hrs. operator1 moored vessel #1, a 1980, S2 9.2 sailboat, thirty feet in length, to mooring #2J42 in Raritan Bay, located in the southern Raritan Bay Yacht Club mooring field, approximately 350 feet from the shoreline of Perth Amboy.  When he returned on Sunday, June 19th, at approximately 1200 hours, he observed damage to the port side of his vessel.  
Upon inspecting vessel #1, the undersigned observed numerous deep gouge marks, port side, rear quarter, one to three inches in length, on the metal rub rail that sits topside, where the deck and hull meet.  Additional port side scrapes and rub marks were located, one to three inches in length, intermittenly, throughout the entire length of the vessel, on the rub rail and hull.  
Vessel #1 was secured in a heavily moored area.  It is unknown what transpired, however, vessel #1 was struck by another unknown vessel.  Point of impact appears to be rear quarter, port side of vessel #1, and bow of unknown vessel #2.  
No witness at this time.  Unknown conditions.  This accident investigation is closed, however, if additional information is learned, the investigation will be reopened.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0040
Date: 2011-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Mt. Arlington
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling North on Lake Hopatcong in the area of main lake, specifically, Chestnut Point.  Vessel #2 was anchored facing West with its navigation lights on in aformentioned area.  Operator #1 failed to observe vessel #2, subsequently impacting same on its port side, immediately to the rear of midship.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0041
Date: 2011-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Operator #1 encountered wake / chop from unknown vessel / source while crossing Barnegat bay in a Northwest direction in the jurisdiction of Lacey Twp.  Vessel #1 was traveling at an approximate speed of 50 m.p.h. as per statements made by operator #1.  Operator #1 lost control of steerage at this time due to impacting the wake / chop, hitting the throttle with his arm / body, causing the vessel to further accelerate.  The vessel became partially airborne in a hard port direction as per statements by witness #3.  As the vessel turned hard port and became airborne victim #1 was ejected from the vessel.  Same submerged underneath the water and was never seen by the operator or any witnesses after being ejected.  Victim #2 attempted to hang on to a safety hand rail underneath the starboard gunnel inside the vessel.  Victim #2 was ejected over the starboard side of the vessel while holding on to the rail.  Victim #1 sustained a compound fracture of the right forearm while attempting to hold on subsequently letting go of the handle and landing in the Barnegat Bay.  Witness #1, starboard front seat passenger, took control of the steering wheel and throttle and was able to get the vessel back under control.  The vessel eventually came to rest facing the opposite direction of travel in a Southeast direction. 
June 28, 2011

Autopsy revealed cause of death Asphyxia due to drowing.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0042
Date: 2011-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Baregat Bay
NearestCityTown: Ship Bottom
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Victim #1 was last seen departing his residence on vessel #1 at approximately 1830 hrs.  Victim #1 was in operation of vessel #1 within the Barnegat bay for a undetermined amount of time before falling overboard for an unknown reason.  Victim #1 was found at approximately 2008 hrs. by witness #1 to be floating face down approximately 30 ft. west of vessel #1, unconscious and unresponsive.  Vessel #1 was determined to be found adrift at marker 16A in the Draw Thoroughfare, Barnegat Bay.   Witness #1 called 911 upon discovering the body and subsequently secured vessel #1, adrift, to his vessel.  Ship Bottom PD officers were first to respond to the scene, and Ship Bottom Officer, Sgt., had summoned an assisting vessel.  Victim #1 was then pulled out of the water and into the assisting vessel.  Victim #1 remained on the assisting vessel and was transported to the boat ramp with Sgt. on same.  
The deceased male was further observed to be wearing dark swimming trunks, a white T-Shirt, and a Type III life vest.  The victim was further observed to have the PWC’s lanyard still attached to his right wrist.  
Upon arrival at the boat ramp, victim #1 was then removed from the assisting vessel by the undersigned, Tpr., and Ship Bottom Police Officers.  Same was placed on the dock and covered.  Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Brian Haggerty arrived on scene to assist with confirming the incident particulars and witness statements.  A MONOC Medic Unit arrived on scene to tend to the victim.  MONOC Paramedics quickly assessed victim#1 and immediately contacted the Medical Examiner’s Office, obtaining a pronouncement time of death of 2109 hrs.

Autopsy findings: Victim cause of death to be Asphyxia by drowning.
Other findings Alcohol intoxication.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0043
Date: 2011-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: engine damage
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 & #2 were traveling south in the Barnegat Bay just south of Rt 37 bridge when vessel #1 suddenly turned to starboard entering the path of vessel #2 causing the operator of vessel #2 to back down and avoid a collision with vessel #1.  When vessel #2 backed down to avoid the collision both engines shut off and caused damage to both engines.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0044
Date: 2011-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Commercial Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was transiting S. South East, offshore in the area of Barnegat Inlet.  Operator #1 was standing on the bridge at the helm as per statements made by same as well as witness #1.  Witness #1 was standing on the port side bridge of vessel #1.  
Vessel #2 was transiting Westbound offshore inbound for the Barnegat Inlet.  Operator #2 was at the helm as per statements made by same.  Witness #2 was seated at the galley table on the port side of the vessel facing the bow.  Operator #2 after seeing vessel #2 as a target on radar attempted to turn port to avoid a collision.  As per statements by operator #2, same misjudged by turning to port causing vessel #2's bow to impact vessel #1's port side bow.  Vessel #2 sustained serious damage to the port bow of the vessel.  A large hole was observed in vessel #1's port bow.  There was substantial damage to the gel coat, fiberglass matting as well as the vessel’s cabin interior.  Vessel #1's steel mast with radar dome affixed, snapped at the base during the collision.  Vessel#1's bimini top awning steel frame, was also bent and leaning, collapsed on the bridge.  Vessel #2 only received minor scratches to the paint on the bow portion of the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0045
Date: 2011-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:48:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Golden Hammock Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Brigantine Boro
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed vessel 1 was en route back to the dock because the engine temperature.  Gray smoke began to emanate from the engine compartment.  operator acted and extinguished the engine compartment as his son assisted all passengers off the vessel.  Exact location of fire within the engine compartment was not able to be determined.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0046
Date: 2011-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Bay
NearestCityTown: Little Egg Harbor
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed vessel one was traveling southbound from Big Creek.  As vessel one entered the Great Bay it encountered rough seas.  A wave broke over the bow and filled the vessel with water.  The vessel then sank and over turned.  The operator and passenger were able to utilize PFD's prior to being rescued by an unknown good samaritan.  No injuries were reported from this incident.  Vessel one sustained water damage to the out board engine and other electricsal equipment.  Miscellaneous personal property was also lost during the incident.  Munro's Marina salvaged and towed the vessel to their facility.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0047
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Schellenger Creek
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp.
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed vessel one was traveling southbound on Schellenger Creek in the area of South Jersey Marina.  As operator one negotiated a turn, vessel one struck vessel two which was moored to the dock.  Vessel one made contact from the bow to vessel two's port midship.  No injuries were reported from the incident.  Vessel one sustained a damaged bow light and minor damage to the bow rail.  Vessel two sustained damage to a window and moderate damage to teh fiberglass in the area of the window.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0048
Date: 2011-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:46:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Delanco
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Accident investigation revealed vessel #1 was traveling in a westerly direction away from Hawk Island when it encountered minor choppy conditions causing occupant to fall overboard resulting in back pain.  occupant returned to the Hawk sland shore line under her own power.  Once there she requested the assistance of friends / witnesses in getting her to the Pennsylvania shoreline were she pursued medical assistance.  occupant was treated for minor back pain and released later same day.  Vessel #1 did not incur any damage as a result of this incident.  Vessel #1 owner stated he was not aware the two women had been on his vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0049
Date: 2011-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:44:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Delanco
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was not being operated at the time of this incident.  Vessel #1 was grounded on Hawk Island, Delanco Township.  The victim voluntarily jumped off the stern of the vessel into shallow water and broke his ankle. Victim was transported to Memorail Hospital, Mount Holly by Delanco First Aid.  No other injuries reported.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0050
Date: 2011-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp.
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was transiting East on the Toms River, Berkeley Township (Ocean Co).  Vessel #1, bearing NJ registration NJ2960GF, was operated by it owner.  Seated to his left was Subject1.  On Subject1’s lap was her son.  Seated to her left was her husband, subject2.  Vessel #1 altered its course to South and ran hard aground along the North shoreline of Good Luck Point.  US Coast Guard Small Boat 25708 responded to the scene.
US Coast Guard (USCG) Boarding Officer (BO) MK2 and Assistant Boarding Officer (ABO) Officer found no injuries on board.  They did, however, find Operator to be intoxicated.  Operator agreed to provide two (2) samples of his breath on their Alco Sensor.  Same resulted in a BAC reading of .159 and .159 consecutively.  Operator was charged for BWI in violation of 46USC2302(c).  USCG small boat 52708 relayed the family and Operator safely back to Ocean Beach Marina (609/242-2200), Lacey Township (Ocean Co).  Operator was TOT his wife at the marina clubhouse.  The USCG also charged Operator for not having a valid state certification in violation of 33CFR173.21(a)(1) and not having a personal floatation device (PFD) worn by a child under age 13 years above deck in violation of 33CFR175.15©.	
Prior to the USCG departing the scene with the vessel’s occupants, Tow Boat US - Barnegat Light was on scene to secure Operator’s vessel as per his request.  Captain stood watch on board the boat until salvage operations began at 0515 hours next date.  At approximately 1300 hours on 07/16/2011 (Saturday) Operator’s vessel was removed from shore and refloated.  The vessel was towed to Ocean Beach Marina by Tow Boat US and dry docked for repairs.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0051
Date: 2011-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Point Pleasant Canal
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Very Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: CONGESTED WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling northbound in the Point Pleasant canal.  After passing through the Rt 13 bridge the vessel was swamped by a large swell.  There was heavy boat traffic in the canal at the time of this accident.  Vessel #1 also had a strong incoming tide as it traversed through the canal.  Heavier than normal boat traffic this day was a contributing factor for larger than normal swells in the canal.  The Point Boro F.A.S.  Arrived at Point Station and treated several of the boaters for minor scrapes and bruises.  The other five occupants statements were identical to the one provided by the operator.  Sea Tow (732)312-2070. secured the vessel and towed same to Shermans Marina in Brick Twp.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0052
Date: 2011-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:39:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape May Canal
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp.
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  two people purchased the previously described vessel on June 28, 2011 at approximately 2:00 PM.  While entering the Cape May Canal from the Delaware Bay and somewhere near the Cape May Ferry Terminal, Operator heard a muffled "pop" behind him.  When he turned and looked he observed flames around the engine.  Operator had his passengers don PFD's and exit the vessel.  Operator attempted to extinguish the fire but he was unsuccessful.  All passengers made it to shore safely.  
The vessel drifted ashore in front of Rutger's Aqua-Culture Laboratory in Lower Township.  Town Bank Fire apparatus were able to extinguish the fire from that location.  Sea Tow then towed the vessel to Spicers Creek Boat Ramp in Lower Township.  Once there, the vessel was pulled from the water by Operators vehicle which bearing New Jersey registration number LYU50N.  The vessel was on a trailer bearing New Jersey registration T22F5H.  The entire interior of the vessel was burnt as well as the top portion of the motor.  Sgt. of the Cape May City Police Department also arrived on scene.  
The vessel was then towed to the Lower Township Public Works yard by Operator and parked there as Operator was concerned about parking the vessel at his residence in the event the vessel re-ignited.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0053
Date: 2011-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:41:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: Stone Harbor
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: EQUIPMENT FAILURE
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Departed Vessel
AccidentEvent3: CAPSIZING
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was anchored, off its bow cleat, in the Northeast portion of the Hereford Inlet - N390036.4 W744614.3, City of Stone Harbor, Cape May County.  While the vessel was anchored the occupants of the vessel exited to swim in the ocean.  At this time, a swell breached the transom of the vessel partially flooding the same.  The occupants then boarded vessel #1 in an effort to bail the vessel with negative results.  Operator #1 activated the bilge pump, but which didn't help to recede the water in the vessel.  The occupants then abandoned vessel #1 as it became increasingly unstable.  Shortly thereafter, vessel #1 capsized.  Operator #1, witness #1 and witness #2 wewre retrieved from the water by another vesselin the area.  Witness #3 and witness #4 were retrieved from the water by Tpr. , in his troop vessel.  
None of the involved parties had any complaint of injury.  Sea Tow arrived on scene and retieved vessel #1.  Vessel #1 was then towed to Avalon Point Marina, Middle Township, Cape May County.  Operator #1 later stated, upon inspection of the bilge pump when the vessel was dry docked, he discovered the bilge pump discharge hose had become disconnected.  This caused the bilge pump to pump water back into the hull of vessel #1, upon operator #1 activating the same.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0054
Date: 2011-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:27:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Middle Thoro
NearestCityTown: Lower Township
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was crossing the ICW from West to East in the area of Day Marker 473, Lower Township, Cape May County when the bow of the vessel breached a swell.  The bow of vessel #1 breached a swell causing it to flood and become unstable.  The operator of vessel #1 came to a stop, at which point, caused the vessel to become increasingly unstable and capsized.  The occupants were unable to secure PFD's, however, a neighboring vessel quickly retrieved them from the water.  
I arrived on scene and observed a small skiff capsized.  I then located the occupants on the neighboring vessel.  The occupants had no complaint of injury.  Their statements were taken and they explained how the vessel was rented from Pier 47 Marina, for the afternoon.  Personnel from Pier 47 Marina arrived on scene to retrieve the vessel.  At this point, I transported them to Pier 47 Marina, Lower Township, Cape May County, where they rented the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0055
Date: 2011-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:26:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shelter Haven
NearestCityTown: Stone Harbor
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Tpr. and I were detailed to the above location reference a vessel fire.  Upon arrival, Stone Harbor Fire Department was on scene and extinguishing the fire.  Chief of the Stone Harbor Fire Department was identified as the incident commander.  
We made our way to the rear dock (39.0560352 74.7635401) of 381 96th Street, I observed fire personnel extinguishing a fire damaged vessel.  Vessel #1 was moored in the slip of 381 96th Street, City of Stone Harbor, Cape May County, with no occupants at the time of the fire.  The starboard midship engine, engine hatch and gunnel sustained fire damage, but the vessel was still afloat.  
I spoke with Chief of the Stone Harbor Fire Department who stated the starboard engine compartment located midship was engulfed with fire and a motor or motors appeared to be running upon their arrival.  Chief further stated the battery cables were cut which to terminate the motor(s).  It was not determined whether the suspected engine running was the main engine(s) or the generator.  When questioned, Chief stated other than the motor(s) possibly running, he did not detect anything suspicious in nature or apparent in regards to how the fire started.  
I then boarded the vessel and canvassed the same for any evidence of the cause of the fire.  The vessel was connected to shore power at the time of the fire, the power supply showed no signs of damage.  The battery switches were in the off position, but may have been manipulated by fire personnel.  The port motor appeared to be unscathed, but, the starboard motor appeared to sustained substantial damage with the starboard engine hatch and starboard gunnel.  Serve thunderstorms were passing through the area at the time of the fire.  The vessel displayed no obvious signs of a lighting strike. 
Subject stated he and his son were home at the time of the fire.  Subject explained his son had opened the rear sliding door of his residence to check the weather and observed the vessel on fire.  Son wasn’t available at the time of my arrival but stated during a follow up telephone conversation (07/13/11 - 1130), that he detected smell of smoke and then observed the fire upon further investigation.  He approached the vessel via his adjacent dock, but didn’t want to get too close.  When questioned, Son stated he didn’t observe the vessel’s motors running, being familiar with the sound.  
I then spoke with the vessel owner via telephone, who stated he was at his primary residence, but would be at his vessel the following day.  When questioned, owner stated he hadn’t had any mechanical issues with the vessel and wasn’t aware of how the fire could have started.  In a later telephone conversation (07/10/11 - 1645), owner stated the vessel was owned outright and provided his insurance information.  owner had also had a mechanic access the damage and estimate the cost of full repair to be approximately $75 - $80K, but his insurance adjuster had yet to access the damage.  
The undersigned contacted the Arson / Bomb Unit via the R.O.I.C. and was advised they would respond to the vessel the following morning to continue the investigation.  
07/13/2011 Wednesday 
The undersigned contacted the Arson / Bomb Unit.  He advised that the vessel was processed on 07/09/2011 and cause of the fire was classified as undetermined electrical.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0056
Date: 2011-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Townends Inlet
NearestCityTown: Avalon Borough
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation at the scene revealed:  Vessel #1 was navigating Townsend Inlet with the purpose of jumping waves breaking in the inlet.  As vessel #1 went over one wave and landed it was immediately met by another wave which the occupants of the vessel were not prepared for.  The occupants failed to brace themselves on the vessel and the rear seat passenger of the vessel fell from the vessel.  Victim #1 struck her lower right leg on the gunnel of the PWC when she fell causing the leg to fracture.  
Victim #1 was picked up at the scene by a witness on a nearby vessel and transported to Avalon Point Marina where she was treated by Avalon EMS and transported to Cape Regional Hospital for further evaluation.  
Vessel #1 was not damaged in the accident.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0057
Date: 2011-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Other
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by vessel equipm
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation at the scene revealed: Operator #1 was operating vessel #1 in Beach Thorofare in Ocean City, NJ.  Operator #1 was operating the vessel in windy conditions and as he was turning the vessel to starboard, the boom came around and struck same in the head.  Operator #1 was thrown from the vessel and entered the water unconscious.  Witness #1 was operating Chase boat #1.  She pulled operator #1 out of the water and placed same on the chase boat where she transported him to the Ocean City Yacht Club.  Witness #2 boarded vessel #1 from chase boat #1 and operated same back to the Ocean City Yacht Club where it was secured.  Operator #1 was transported to Shore Memorial Hospital in Somers Point by Ocean city EMS.  
Accident involved:  (Conditions not otherwise classified) Operator #1 was struck in the head by the boom while on the vessel which resulted same into falling overboard.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0058
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:38:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 and vessel #2 were operating on similar courses in Hereford Inlet near the Atlantic Ocean.  The operator of vessel #1 slowed his vessel so his passenger could check the water depth with his left leg.  The operator of vessel #2 turned his head to speak to his passenger, as he was following the wake of vessel #1, and did not see vessel #1 stopping in front of him.  Vessel #2 struck vessel#1 on it’s port side aft quarter, knocking victim’s #1 and #2 into the water.  Vessel #2 continued to travel forward and partially upward, causing additional damage to vessel #1.  Both victims were transported to Cape Regional Medical Center where they were treated and released.  There was no damage reported to vessel #2 or no injuries reported by it’s riders.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0059
Date: 2011-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape May Inlet
NearestCityTown: Cape May
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Operator of vessel #1 was heading out Cape May Inlet.  He thought that he had cleared the rock jetty and turned his boat and hit the south rock jetty. He called the US Coast Guard and was assisted by the Coast Guard, Tow Boat US and Sea Tow.  Vessel was towed to Canyon Club Marina by Tow Boat US and Sea Tow and removed from water.  Vessel sustained extensive damage to its hull.  There were three other people on board the vessel there were no injuries.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0060
Date: 2011-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Baremore Quarters
NearestCityTown: Brigantine
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation at the scene revealed that vessel #1 was traveling north in Baremore Quarters.  Operator #1 stopped the vessel and for unknown reasons, a small fire started in the engine compartment.  Due to heavy smoke in the engine compartment, operator #1 was not sure if there were even flames.  Operator #1 discharged a hand held Kidde “BC” dry chemical fire extinguisher into the engine compartment and the smoke subsided.  At this time a Good Samaritan vessel assisted vessel #1 back to the public ramp at 5th Street in Brigantine.
Vessel #1 is powered by an inboard / outboard motor and the engine compartment is accessed through an engine cover at the stern of the vessel.  A check of the engine compartment did not reveal any obvious signs that any flames ever developed.  This could possibly indicated that the engine overheated.  The only visible damage was the protective cover on the engine intake appeared to be melted and there were also three vent hoses that were melted.  There was also a strong odor of melted plastic in the engine compartment.  
No injuries were reported as a result of this accident and there were no summons issued.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0061
Date: 2011-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:47:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brick Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: While kayaking in the Manasquan River, due to unknown apparent contributing circumstances, Vessel #1, overturned, ejecting both Operator #1 and victim #1 into the water.  For an unknown reason, victim #1 was unable to to keep afloat, subsequently drowning.  Victim #1 was pronounced deceased at the scene.  The scene was processed by Detective II (NJSP Crime Scene Unit), and Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Investigator.  Ocean County Medical Examiner arrived on scene and removed the body.  Colonial Funeral Home transported the body to Community Medical Center, Toms River, N.J.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0062
Date: 2011-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:47:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation at the scene revealed: Sgt. of Berkley Township Police Department was assigned to the “Thunder 106.3 Bay Bash” detail.  Sgt. received a call for a white male who was unconscious approximately 20 feet from the shoreline in reeds.  NJSP Helicopter #9 requested the shoreline to be clear of any flying objects, such as kites.  Due to the fact the water is shallow along the shoreline Sgt. asked subject if he could use his PWC to clear the area and attempt to locate the unconscious male. 
While Sgt. was clearing the shoreline the PWC stalled out and he was unable to get the PWC to restart, causing the PWC to strike vessel #2.  Vessel #1 sustained damage to the front fiberglass of the PWC.  While at the scene owner2 was unable to locate any damage to his vessel (vessel #2)
No injuries at the scene.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0063
Date: 2011-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:48:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
RedactedNarrative:
This date at about 17:40 I was informed of a reported vessel taking on water in Hereford Inlet, North Wildwood, Cape May County.  The vessel was reported to be a 20 foot powerboat with a catamaran style hull, one person on board.  It was further reported the vessel was beached on the sand of Champagne Island in Hereford Inlet.  

The vessel was located on the South East side of Champagne Island.  The vessel was observed to be stern to the breaking surf with each wave breaking into the vessel.   Several subjects on the beach were holding the vessel in place while one subject bailed with a 5 gallon bucket.  The bilge pump was observed to be working.  I was informed the motors had been swamped and would not start.  

The tide was on the rise and the portion of the island where the vessel was being held would soon be under the breakers.  The vessel would certainly be swamped again if not removed.  The vessel was swung and held with the bow to the surf.  It appeared to be floating on its own.  The owner requested to be towed out of the hazardous location.  I provided a towline which was secured to the bow eye of the vessel.  The owner and one of the bystanders remained on the vessel for the tow.  Life jackets were worn by both subjects.  
The tide and a moderate wind were both running in an onshore direction.  After traveling only a short distance, about 100 feet, the port side stern of the vessel was observed to begin to go down.  Both subjects were transferred to the State Police vessel.  The vessel began to float with the stern significantly submerged, both motors under water.  As a result of wind and wave action the vessel was forced back onto the beach and held in position by several bystanders.  In the new position the vessel was out of the breaking waves and bilge pumps were observed to be operating.

Sea Tow had previously been called and was en route.  During the time waiting for Sea Tow, about one hour, the vessel was held in place by several bystanders.  The motors would not run but the bilge pump was working.  During this time the tide continually rose and Champagne Island receded.  At high tide, Champagne Island, which is no more then a sandbar in the inlet, is completely covered in water.  
A Sea Tow vessel arrived, NJ4821GM, with Captain at the helm.  I spoke with Capt and informed him of the situation.  He then proceeded into the disabled vessel.  It should be noted that Champagne Island was nearly completely covered with water and the disabled vessel was floating level, very near its waterline.  Operator, who was on board and wearing a PFD stated the deck was clear of water.  The Sea Tow vessel attached a tow line to the disabled vessel’s bow eye and began a slow tow.  A short distance into the tow the port side stern of the disabled vessel observed to begin to submerge.  The tow was stopped and Ed Ryan began to ready his dewatering pump.  The stern of the vessel slowly sank further into the water with the motors submerged.  I took up station along side the disabled vessel and took Operator off his vessel without incident.  Within a few minutes of Operators departure, the disabled vessel capsized and remained floating with just the twin bows above water.  

The capsized vessel was towed to the dock at Dad’s Place Marina, Lower Twp, Cape May County and secured there in it’s capsized position.  Over the next several hours Sea Tow personnel used inflation bags to refloat the vessel.  By 9:30 pm the vessel was righted and dewatered.  No holes were located in the hull.  It appears a large volume of water was trapped forward inside the hull.  As froward momentum was applied during tow operations, this water seemed to move to the port side hull and collect in the stern.  The vessel then became unstable and would sink by the port side stern.  Work had been done by the owner to replace a fuel tank in the port side hull.  I was informed some of the floatation foam in the hull had been removed at the time.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0064
Date: 2011-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was properly moored in one of the slips on the west side of the mooring area of Pavinci's.  Vessel #1 was facing the resturant.  Vessel #2 was attempting to moor at slip next to vessel #1.  Vessel #3 was backing out of a slip in front Pavinci's resturant.  Operator of vessel #3 failed to maintain control of his vessel and struck the stern of vessel #1


BARDID: NJ-2011-0065
Date: 2011-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:33:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling East on on the Toms River at about 30 MPH. The operator left the wheel to go below to the bathroom. The vessel then turned to a southerly direction and ran aground on shore and traveled about 45 feet, striking a Wooden Gazebo.  The passenger in the boat was thrown down and substained minor Injuries, refusing medical treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0066
Date: 2011-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:10:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brielle
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was heading west through the Brielle Rail Road Bridge when the operator observed another vessel heading East trying to go through the narrow draw at the same time. Operator of vessel #1 tried to reverse out of the draw but struck the bridge ice breaker causing damage to his vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0067
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:56:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shark River
NearestCityTown: Belmar Boro
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was approaching the dock to drop passengers off.  The operator failed to realize that there was a strong tidal current and ended up losing control of the vessel. Vessel #1 then struck vessel #2, causing damage to both vessels.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0068
Date: 2011-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was traveling by himself when the vessel struck marker #28 in the ICW.  The operator was knocked down due to the force of the collision and sustained an injury to his back.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0069
Date: 2011-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:23:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was maneuvering through a mooring area when his engine stalled. The operator lost steering and the wind and current caused vessel #1 to strike vessel #2  with the spinniker pole punching a hole above the waterline in the starboard side of vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0070
Date: 2011-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:23:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was crusing in Silve Bay, leaving a cove when the operator of vessel #2 tried to splash them. To do this he approached vessel #1 on its starboard side and turned. He let up on the throttle and the vessel swung into vessel #1. Causing injury to the passenger on vessel #1 who was struck.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0072
Date: 2011-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Highland Lake
NearestCityTown: Vernon Twp
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Restricted Vision
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 was approaching the dock, after acting as safety boat for a sailing Race, when a person on the dock began yelling and pointing at something.
His passenger, who was at the bow also began pointing and yelling. The operator was unable to hear what was being said and he did not see the victim because of the chop. He cut the power and then the propeller struck the victims heel causing a large laceration.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0075
Date: 2011-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Inter Coastal
NearestCityTown: Egg Harbor Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Victim # 1 jumped out of vessel #1 to go swimming.  Operator #1 was learning how to operate a boat and had not taken a boating course.  When he observed victim #1 swimming toward vessel #1 he decided to bring the vessel to the swimmer.  As he approached the victim the boat lurched forward and struck victim #1 with the propeller.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0076
Date: 2011-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wading River
NearestCityTown: Bass River Twp
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 had little boating experience and he and witness #1 departed to test drive the vessel, which had just been repaired.  After the test run, the vessel was anchored to fish.  After a while operator #1 observed that the anchor line did not seem to be secured properly.  He tried to grab it before the bitter end got over the side into the water.  He failed to get it and jumped or fell into the water after it.  There was a strong flood current and the operator could not 
swim to the boat and the passenger knew very little about boats and was unable to operate it.  Victim went under and did not resurface.
No indications of foul play.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0077
Date: 2011-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling North East outside the channel when the operator decided to turn and as he did so they struck a wave and all were thrown from Vessel.  One person suffered a broken Ear drum.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0078
Date: 2011-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Seaside Heights
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1 was heading in a southwest direction and vessel #2 was heading in a southwest direction.  Vessel #1 was overtaking vessel #2.  Vessel #2 is a rental and being operated inside a rental zone. When vessel #2 approached the boundary of the rental the operator turned to port without checking to his left and collided with vessel #1,
whose operator failed to stay clear of a vessel being overtaken.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0079
Date: 2011-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Loveladie's Harbor
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 had finished replacing the water pumps on vessel #1 and took it out for a test run.  All was going well and the operator was returning to the Marina.

He slowed down for a slow speed area and heard a couple of "pops" coming from one of the engines. When he looked back he saw smoke. He went looking for a fire extinsuisher and could not locate one. As the fire spread,  operator #1 jumped over board and was picked up by a vessel in the area.

Due to the extent of damage, the exact cause was undetermined.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0080
Date: 2011-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:02:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mill CReek
NearestCityTown: Stafford Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentCause3: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 had been drinking.  Vessel #1 entered Mill Creek, a slow speed area, at a high rate of speed. Vessel #1 passed witness vessel, then may have struck a stick marker, turned toward the dock at 1815 Mill Creek Rd. The operator tried to turn away but the starboard side stern struck the dock.  The vessel then headed up creek.
Witness #1 followed and contacted the State Police.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0089
Date: 2011-09-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:02:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentCause3: Restricted Vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored and the occupants were fishing.  Vessel # 2 was under sail and manned by the operator only.  The operator of vessel #2 was looking through a pair of binoculars for some friends of his. When he lowered the glasses, his vision forward was blocked by the Jib Sail. He then observed vessel #2 and determined there was a risk of collision. Operator #1 first tried to point the vessel into the wind but didn't get the results he expected.  So he lowered the Jib Sail and let the vessel fall off before the wind but the vessel still struck vessel#1.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0090
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:12:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware
NearestCityTown: Burlington City
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1 was docked at Curtin Marina and the owner was in the restaurant and was informed by other customers that his vessel had been struck by vessel #2.  The owner went to the dock but vessel #2 had left.  

Investigation revealed that vessel # 2 was trying to back into the slip next to vessel #1 .  The operator failed to allow for the current and 
was pushed into vessel #1


BARDID: NJ-2011-0091
Date: 2011-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:57:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Drum Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Middle Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Navigation Rules Violation
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was towing a waterskier in Drum Thorofare.  Drum Thorofare is a narrow body of water which is not wide enough by law to ski in.

The Skier , on a single slalom ski, went out to the starboard side of vessel #1 and when he looked down he saw he was in about 2 to 3 inches of water.  The Ski then struck the sand bar and the skier fell.  He stated that he could not feel anything.  He was placed on a back board and transported to the hospital.

The skier later recovered his mobility but did suffer a broken neck.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0092
Date: 2011-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:34:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operators of vessels #1 and #2 had little experience and did not attend a Boating Safety Course.  They borrowed a pair of PWCs.  The owner claimed he did not give permission to them and in fact did not know them.

The operators were heading out with vessel #1 leading and vessel #2 on the right of vessel #1 and about 10 feet behind.  The vessel #1 turned right and the operator of vessel #2 tried to avoid hitting vessel #1 by shutting down. Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 on the port side and struck operator #1 breaking his right Femur.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0093
Date: 2011-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Morgan Creek
NearestCityTown: Sayerville
County: Middlesex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Shift
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was trying to Back his vessel into his slip.  When he moved the throttle to put the vessel in reverse, the vessel moved forward instead.
The operator then placed vessel #1 in neutral.  He agian tried to place the vessel in forward and agian it moved forward. It struck vessel #2  in the stern and then swung  to Port and struck vessel #3 in the bow.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0094
Date: 2011-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Monmouth Beach
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Floating Object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel # 1 was attempting to pull into his slip bow first.  When he put the boat in neutral, the wind pushed it out of the slip and to the right. the Vessel then struck a floating Dock then the operator got out of that but the vessel continued to drift back and to the right striking vessel #2 in the port side.

The operator of vessel #1 failed to maintain control of his vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0095
Date: 2011-09-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Roxbury
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1 was heading south in the area of Hopatcong State Park ramp and dock.  Vessel #2 was heading in a westerly direction and the two vessels collided. Neither operator observed the other until just before the collision and the operators gave conflicting statements.  From the damage and points of impact it appears that the operator of vessel #2 failed to yield to vessel #1 which was on his starboard side in a crossing situation.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0096
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:16:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navesink River
NearestCityTown: Rumson
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was inbound on the Navesink River at Buoy #8 when the operator slowed down because he observed a larger vessel out bound and leaving a large wake.  Vessel #1 reduced speed to safely pass over the wake when the vessel struck a submerged object damaging the lower unit and propeller.  He reports that there maybe a submerged wooden boat in this area.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0097
Date: 2011-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:05:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metedeconk River
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was secured in marina.  The owner and her husband had arrived and her husband went to the vessel to turn on the blower motor and a couple of lights. He then left the vessel to make a phone call.  When he turned around the vessel was on fire.  Witness #1 stated that she heard several small pops and then saw smoke. Attempts to extinguish the fire by others at the marina were unsucsessful and the Fire Department arrived and put out the blaze.

Case pends arson investigators report.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0098
Date: 2011-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: SINKING
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 had just towed another vessel to a marina. As vessel #1 departed, the stern began to settle. The operator of vessel #1 then stopped the vessel to see what was wrong.  He checked the engine compartment and observed that the water up to the sparkplugs and then the vessel sank in less than one minute.  An ispection of the vessel, when pulled from the water, revealed no water leaking out of the hull.  It is possible that an intake or exhaust hose was leaking while engine was running.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0100
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Greenwood Lake
NearestCityTown: Hewitt
County: Passaic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was underway and departing from South Shore Marina.  The operator of vessel #1 allowed the wind to set his vessel toward the docked vessels. When operator #1 realized what was happening he accidentally pushed the throtle ahead and vessel #1 struck vessel #2 in the starboard side near the bow with vessel #1s' bow punching a hole in the hull of vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0101
Date: 2011-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of Wave/wake
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was towing two persons on a tube. Victim #1 was riding in front and victim #2 was riding behind victim 1.  The vessel crossed a wake from another vessel and the Tube flipped ejecting the two riders.  The riders bumped heads and victim #1 received a laceration on the rear of his head and victim #1 complained of head pain.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0102
Date: 2011-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:50:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong Boro
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentCause3: EXCESSIVE SPEED
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling south with Vessel #2 directly behind.  Vessel #2 was traveling faster then vessel #1 and closing the distance quickly.  The operator of vessel #1 realized that vessel #2 was going to strike him so he attempted to turn to avoid vessel #2. Vessel #2 collided with vessel #1.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0103
Date: 2011-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Monmouth Beach
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was leaving it's slip when the starboard engine failed and the operator was not able to control the vessel on one engine. The vessel continued forward striking vessel #2 and vessel #2 was pushed into a piling on the port side doing the damage listed.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0104
Date: 2011-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:14:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentCause3: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was heading south at a high rate of speed in heavy rain and in a marked slow speed area. The operator lost control of vessel and it veered into a SE direction, just prior to the Brady Bridge, striking a dock and vessel #2 simultaneously then going over vessel #3 where it came to rest.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0105
Date: 2011-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Corsons Inlet
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The renter of vessel #1 stated that they had anchored by the boat ramp near Corsons  Inlet. A PWC approached, trying to go up to the beach, and struck the port Bow.  The renter and a passenger differ on the color of the PWC, one calling it white and the other black.

Investigation revealed that there is no transfer of paint on the port pontoon, which indicates that the accident may not have happened the way it is decribed.  The cause of the accident is undetermined.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0106
Date: 2011-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Graveling Thoro
NearestCityTown: Avalon Boro
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentEvent1: Skier Mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was heading SE in Graveling Thoro, a narrow channel. The operator decided to turn around at the Horse Shoe. While turning 
the skier,on a wake Board, swung out from behind the boat and went up on the marsh.  The skier struck land and fell, injuring his neck.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0107
Date: 2011-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Thoro
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling at a high rate of speed at night.  The vessel was traveling north and at marker #187 the channel bends to the right and the operator failed to make the turn going over the marsh and a small stream becoming airborn and capsizing.  All occupants were ejected and made it to shore.

The operator failed to see the bend in the channel because of his high Rate of speed.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0108
Date: 2011-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:18:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Channel
NearestCityTown: Stone Harbor
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: UNKNOWN
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INEXPERIENCE
AccidentCause3: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was heading north in the ICW Great Channel when he made a sharp turn to avoid a vessel he said steered in front of him forcing him to turn.  During this turn the operator was ejected and the vessel continued to travel in circles until it struck CR 619 Bridge.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0109
Date: 2011-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Crook Horn Creek
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was attempting to back into his slip. The wind pushed the vessel around and when the operator turned in the boat he slipped and fell into the throttles.  He accidently pushed them ahead and the vessel then struck vessels 2 and three.  The operator and passenger reported minor scrapes due the accident but did not require aditional medical services.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0110
Date: 2011-09-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:24:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ships Channel
NearestCityTown: Egg Harbor Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive Speed
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1 was heading in a East at a high rate  speed.  The operator decided to turn and vessel began to bounce on the water. The vessel then capsized, throwing all aboard into the water.  The passengers both complained of chest pain and were taken to the hospital.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0111
Date: 2011-10-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Camden City
County: Camden
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentCause2: HAZARDOUS WATERS
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was at anchor and victim #1 began to prepare a meal. He was standing on a narrow walkwar at the stern of the vessel when he fell overboard.
The strong current carried him away from vessel #1 and by the time the persons on board had pulled the anchor and got underway they had lost sight of victim.
Vessel #1 started search and victims son called 911 to request help in the search.  Several agencies searched with negative results.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0112
Date: 2011-10-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:36:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Raccoon Creek
NearestCityTown: Logan Township
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was outbound in Raccoon Creek, the operator intending to go duck hunting.  The operator noted water on the deck of the vessel.  He stopped to check the plug and then turned the vessel around to return to launch ramp.  The operator stated that the boat would not go on plane and water started to enter the vessel over the stern. The operator entered the water and his inflateable PFD inflated. He swam to shore and then got help refloating the vessel.  An inspection of the vessel did not reveal the source of water initally seen by the operator.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0113
Date: 2011-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:32:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navesink River
NearestCityTown: Middletown Twp
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentCause3: EXCESSIVE SPEED
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was heading in an easterly direction at a slow rate of speed and vessel #1 was going west in the area of Buoy #20. When the operator of vessel #2 observed vessel #1 turn towards him, he tried to turn away but the engine stalled.  Vessel #1 was traveling at a high rate of
speed and in an erratic manner. When the operator made a turn to avoid colliding with Buoy #20, vessel #1 struck vessel #2.  The bow of vessel #1 penatrated vessel #2 striking the operator and ejecting the operator and passenger. The force of the collision also caused all on board vessel #1 to be ejected.

The operator of vessel # 2 was recoverd the following morning and had died as a result of blunt force trama and drowning.

The operator of vessel #1 was issued several summones : operating under the influence, reckless operation, no boating course, refusal, improper look out


BARDID: NJ-2011-0114
Date: 2011-10-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:48:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beaver Dam Creek
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 had just been fueled and was under passing under the bridge when operator's son felt a thump/bump like a mini explosion from under his seat.  The boat started to smoke in the stern area.  A passing vessel took the people off vessel #1 and started to tow it. The flames began to spread and the two was dropped in order to protect the people on the rescue boat. The vessel drifted ashore where the local Fire Department extinguished the blaze.  Exact cause of fire is undetermined.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0115
Date: 2011-10-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:48:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant Beach
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #2 was attempting to moor his vessel and failed to allow for the incoming current.  Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 on vessel #1s starboard bow with the port side. This resulted in gouges and scratches to vessel #1 and broken port side window of vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0117
Date: 2011-09-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: IMPROPER LOOKOUT
AccidentCause3: NAVIGATION RULES VIOLATION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 had been drinking and decided to get on his boat and go for a ride.  The operator took the vessel out and headed southbound through the lagoon, when due to his level of intoxication,  he turned the vessel 180 degrees to port and struck vessel # 2, which was moored, on the port side. 

Owner of vessel #2 was on board in the cabin. when he felt the force of the collision he came out on deck and observed vessel #1 leaving and heading to his dock.
Owner of vessel #2 then called Police.

Operator # 1 was issued summons for Operating under the influence, refusal, careless operation and leaving the scene of vessel accident.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0118
Date: 2011-10-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:16:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sandy Hook Bay
NearestCityTown: Atlantic Highlands
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1 approached the fuel dock at Atlantic Highlands Marina. The operator was alone on the vessel.  When the vessel was alongside the fuel dock, the operator thought he had placed it into neutral, and left the steering station to secure the vessel to the dock. The vessel was in reverse and by the time the operator got back to the steering station it was too late to avoid a collosion


BARDID: NJ-2011-0119
Date: 2011-11-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:28:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Morris Canal
NearestCityTown: Jersey City
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Witness #1 heard the fire alarm go off and observed smoke coming from the overhead in the Stateroom. He tried to extinguish the fire using
a fire extinguisher, but was unsuccessful and the fire Dept was called. 
It was determined the fire was caused by an electrical problem in the wiring over the state room.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0120
Date: 2011-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:17:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Submerged Object
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was traveling in a northeasterly direction  following a vessel operated by his friend.  Vessel #1 struck a submerged object and capsized. The operator was thrown from the vessel but uninjured.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0121
Date: 2011-10-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mannington Meadows
NearestCityTown: Mannington
County: Salem
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: CAPSIZING
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was paddling his Kayak toward an area to go duck hunting.  The vessel began taking water over the bow and then capsized. The strong winds and high seas were as predicted.  The operators friend, paddling a canoe, beached his vessel and waded out to vessel #1 and helped his friend by righting the Kayak and getting him to shore and then to a place where a first Aid Squad could transport him to the hospital.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0123
Date: 2011-11-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:39:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: OPERATOR INATTENTION
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was drift fishing in the Barnegat Inlet.  The operator of vessel #1 observed vessel #2 heading toward him and he tried to start his vessel and get out of vessel #2s path.  The operator and passengers of vessel #2 were observing some birds and when the operator looked forward he observed vessel #1 but was unable to avoid the collision.

The operator of vessel #2 failed to maintain a proper lookout and this caused this collision.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0124
Date: 2011-11-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:18:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant Beach
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper Lookout
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was outbound in the Manasquan River at about 18 MPH in foggy conditions. The operator looked down to check his GPS and when he looked up saw daymarker #6 and struck same causing fiberglass damage.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0125
Date: 2011-12-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:31:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Forked River
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery Failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was secured at owners dock. The owner was in his house when he heard a pop and looked out the back and saw the boat was on fire.
There was extensive damage to the cabin area. Based on owners statement and Fire Marshal's investigation the cause was electrical and accidental.  
The fire was determined to have started in the console area.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0126
Date: 2011-11-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Monmouth Beach
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator Inattention
AccidentCause2: SHARP TURN
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was moving at about 5 knots when the operator decided to check the steering, which felt loose to him. The tiller went hard right causing the vessel to go hard left and the operator was thrown from the boat cutting his palm in the process.


BARDID: NJ-2011-0127
Date: 2011-11-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:44:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Monmouth Beach
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #2 sighted a vessel traveling in circles with no one on board.  He then observed a person in the water.  The operator of vessel #2 decided to rescue the person in the water and vessel #1 collided with vessel #2 bow to bow.  Vessel #1 continued in circles and moved away from the location of the collision.  Person was recovered from the water and taken to shore.  Person in the water had fallen overboard from vessel #1.


BARDID: NJ-2011-7000
Date: 2011-10-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Barnegut Light
WaterConditions: rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: strong
Visibility: UNKN
DayofWeek: THURSDAY
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel took on water in 3-5 ft waves and 20 knot winds.  The subjects were picked up by the Coast Guard.


BARDID: NJ-2011-9901
Date: 2011-05-21 00:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
WaterConditions: UNKNOWN
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: UNKNOWN
Visibility: UNKN
DayofWeek: SATURDAY
AccidentCause1: Hazardous Waters
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel became disabled when it lost power.  It drifted toward shore, grounded and then was destroyed by the tides.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0001
Date: 2012-01-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:59:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Burlington City
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was paddeling near US Pipe. A piece of equipment came loose and when the operator attempted to secure it. In doing this, he moved quickly lost his ballance and the vessel capsized.  Operator was taken to the hospital and treated for exposure and released.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0003
Date: 2012-04-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:11:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Marshelder Channel
NearestCityTown: Little Egg Harbor Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated: I was heading northbound in Marshelder Channel approaching Foxboro Point when I cut the corner too short and ran aground.  When we ran aground, the passengers 
went flying on the boat hitting the door frame.

Invest revealed:  The operator of vessel #1 was heading northbound in marshelder Channel.  The operator attempted to head westbound by Foxboro Point when the vessel ran aground.
Upon Arrival at South Green Street Park in Tuckerton, I met with two passengers of the vessel who were being treated By Great bay EMS.  The passengers had been relayed there by 
Sea Tow and Tow Boat. The owner of the boat was still at the location of the accident with a Tow Boat vessel. 

Vessel # 1 ran aground when he cut too close to the bank of the ICW. This caused the passengers to be thrown into the doorway to the forward part of the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0005
Date: 2012-05-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Somers Bay
NearestCityTown: Brigantine City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling S/B at approximately 20 Knots in Somers Bay when the vessel encountered choppy seas, caused by gusting winds.  As the vessel rolled to windward the operator lost his balance and control of the Tiller.  As a result the tiller went hard over sending the vessel circling and ejecting  the operator.  Despite fracturing his leg, the operator swam to the marsh and awaited assistance.  

After the accident occurred, subject observed the unmaned vessel circling and proceeded to the Scene.  subject stated that he saw operator one  lying in the marsh  and immediately upon his arrival knew that operator # 1 was suffering from a serious leg injury. subject contacted Brigantine EMS and transported operator #1 to shore.

subject then returned to scene and secured vessel #1.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0006
Date: 2012-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hackensack River
NearestCityTown: Secaucus
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 launched his new vessel from the Laurel Hill Park boat  ramp.  Operator # 1 was operating vessel #1  approximately 250 feet west of the boat ramp on the Hackensack River.

Vessel #1 became disabled for unknown reasons. It then started taking on water and the vessel sank.

It could not be determined what caused the vessel to take on water.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0007
Date: 2012-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:43:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Flat Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Middle Township
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling south on the ICW and left the channel, subsequently running aground west of the channel. There was no visible damage to the vessel. The owner operator was shaken but had no visible injuries.  Operator stated that there were two vessels  traveling side by side on ICW north bound that were heading right for vessel #1. The operator further stated  that he was forced out of the channel to avoid a collision. The investigator was not able to obtain any more information on these vessels.

The investigator then went to the Hospital and spoke to the operators wife.  She stated that she and her son (Victim #1)  were seated in the cabin when the vessel ran aground. She was uninjured but her son suffered two broken wrist and a laceration to forehead. Operator # 1 was issued summons for  speed of power vessels.  Speed must be regulated at all times to avoid injury.

He was also issued a summons for not having a Boating Safety Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0008
Date: 2012-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:41:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intercoastal Waterway
NearestCityTown: Ventnor City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with governmental vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 was heading north bound within the inter Coastal Waterway near marker #215, when for unknown reasons, operator #2 turned vessel #2 to port and crossed the bow of vessel #1, causing the accident.  An inspection of the tract line on vessel #1  (8241) showed the point of impact for the two vessels.  From studying the point of impact it was determined that operator #1 was maintaining his course along the right hand portion of the channel.  Upon inspecting vessel # 2, it was determined that the damage along the starboard side was consistent with operator # two improperly turning to port in front of vessel #1.

Operator #2 was issued Summons SPA for violation N.J.S.A. 13:82-1.8 Rule #14 failing to pass port to port.
Summons for violation Of N.J.S.A. 12:7-76 careless operation
Summons for violation of N.J.S.A  12:7-61 No Boating Safety Certificate
Summons for violation of N.J.S.A. 12:7-77 No type IV throwable device.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0009
Date: 2012-05-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:41:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: West Deptford
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was headed north in company with a vessel operated by witness #1 in the Delaware River, Just north of No Name Island, in West Deptford Twp.
Vessel #1 was directly behind Witness #1.  The comercial Tug Boat " Kandis" owned by Weeks Marine and operated by witness #2 was traveling south in the same area.
Vessel #1 and witness #1 approached The Kandis on the starboard side. Witness #1 slowed down to negotiate  the tugs wake. Operator #1 approached the wake at full speed and became airborne. The impact of landing caused Operator to strike the handle bars and dash area of the personal watercraft. The impact caused a laceration and abrasions to the operators head, causing him to become unconscious and face down in the water.  Witness # 1 rendered assistance and Witness #2 also turned  his vessel to assist.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0010
Date: 2012-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Morgan Creek
NearestCityTown: Sayreville
County: Middlesex
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated , in effect :  The travel lift put me in the water, I began to navigate the boat in the creek and the tide was going out.  I meant to put the throttle in reverse to back into my slip and accidentally put it in forward and struck the other boat.

Witness # 1 stated, in, effect : I work for Morgan Marina and was helping the owner dock the boat.  I was on the portside helping with the lines and noticed the boat go forward abruptly and we hit a boat that was docked.

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was underway and heading east on Morgan Creek. Vessel #2 was docked at slip C2 and was unoccupied.  Operator #1 attempted to dock his vessel into his slip, he accidently pushed the portside throttle forward causing vessel #1 to go forward and strike vessel #2.  Vessel #1's starboard bow and anchor struck vessel #2 starboard bow rail and cabin causing significant damage.  Operator #1 was a fault due to operator error and admitted it was his fault.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0011
Date: 2012-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation reveals: Both vessels were moored in the area of Tices Shoal.  Vessel #2 broke free from it's mooring and traveled east toward vessel #1.  Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 in the pulpit and starboard side causing minor  damage to both vessels. Operator of vessel #2 then started his engine and cut the anchor line of vessel #1.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0012
Date: 2012-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Raritan Bay
NearestCityTown: Keyport Boro
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling north in the lower bay, at which time it was struck by a wave on the port side.  Two  passengers were thrown from their seats suffering minor injuries.  Operator inexperience, inattention were determined to be causes.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0013
Date: 2012-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:34:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rancocas Creek
NearestCityTown: Delanco
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was operating a PWC on rancocas  Creek  just East of Hawk Island Marina when the engine stalled. vessel #1 was then drifting with the current toward Vessel # 2  which was secured to a  floating Dock.

The operator Of vessel #1 tried to fend off as vessel #1 drifted into vessel #2.  

Vessel # 1  struck vessel causing damage to vessel 1 and minor damage to vessel  #2.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0014
Date: 2012-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Corson Inlet
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed vessel #1 was being operated on the north side of Corsons Inlet, when operator #1 attempted to jump a wave.  As vessel #1 came down from the air, the impact of vessel #1 striking the water threw victim face first into the handle bars of the ski.  The impact of hitting the handle bars caused her to be ejected off the ski and have lacerations to her nose, Lip, and elbow. 

It was determined that operator #1 was operating in an unsafe manner.

Operator # 1 was issued additional Summons  # SPA ,  12:7-61.C  Operate a PWC without a Boating Safety Certificate;

Owner #1  was issued summons SPA , 12:7-61F  Allow uncertified operator to operate PWC.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0015
Date: 2012-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:05:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ottens Basin
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Operator #1 was practicing docking near the 10th Street Marina.  On his fifth or sixth attempt the boat lost power and the audible overheat alarm activated.  Operator 1 Observed flames when he lifted the rear hatch. 

Case pends


BARDID: NJ-2012-0016
Date: 2012-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metedeconk River
NearestCityTown: Brick Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
The owner of vessel # 1 stated, in effect, that he and his girl friend were floating on rafts next to vessel #1. It was anchored near Buoy #3.  He noticed that the vessel's stern portion was sitting lower in the water than usual.  He began swimming towards the vessel to check on the bilge pump.  While doing so, a few more waves washed over the transom of the vessel from the choppy water conditions.

Investigation Revealed:  Upon arrival on scene vessel # 1 was capsized with only the bow above water.  The owner and witness #1 were safely on board a friend’s vessel.

Tow boat US was on scene and recovering the vessel.

05/29/2012:  An inspection of the vessel at the owner’s residence was completed. Owner's boat was secured on a trailer in his yard.  The only visible damage was the spreader lights parted from their mounts on the t_top.  Owner had just made the engine operational.  The electrical system was not functional.

The inspection revealed that the source of the mechanical malfunction could no be determined.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0017
Date: 2012-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:56:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metedeconk River
NearestCityTown: Brick Township
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect: While leaving the slip at Wehrlen Brothers Marina, I turned towards the starboard side. 
The wind turned up and I accelerated too fast and struck a boat and pylon with my bow.

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was facing east in slip D-11 at Wehrlen Brothers Marina. The operator of vessel #1 left the slip and proceeded to turn the vessel south while accelerating at the same time.  While attempting to negotiate the turn, vessel #1 struck a wooden pylon and vessel #2.  Vessel #2 was unoccupied and moored in slip C-39 with the bow facing west. Operator of vessel #1 then called for assistance using VHF channel 16.  Both vessels were heavily damaged as was the west
pylon of slip C-29.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0018
Date: 2012-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shark River Inlet
NearestCityTown: Avon By The Sea
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was inbound heading for the Shark River Inlet,  when due to mechanical malfunction of vessel #1's starboard
transmission, operator #1 was unable to safely navagate vessel #1 through the inlet,  given the existing sea State.  Vessel #1 struck the center of the north jetty extension on its port side and occupants fell in boat.  Operator #1 and victim #1 were assisted from the vessel by Neptune City PD Sgt. .

vessel #1 was broken up by the seas and rocks and was a total loss.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0019
Date: 2012-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:53:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling north through the Rt 37 Bridge.  Vessel #1 struck an object in the water which caused a hole
in the Starboard side bow area.  The vessel Took on water and became fully submerged.  Toms River Police and and USCG Manasquan arrived on scene and removed the operator and passenger from the vessel. Tow Boat was on scene and removed the vessel from the waterway.  No injuries were reported.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0020
Date: 2012-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:54:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Manasquan Boro
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was drifting in the Atlantic Ocean.  For an unknown reason an electrical fire started in the engine compartment.  The Automatic Fire extinguiser deployed and then the opperator used a portable BI fire extinguisher  to put the fire out.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0021
Date: 2012-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Middletown
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was running vessel #1 on the Atlantic Ocean off of Sandy hook Beach.  Operator #1 entered the surf and attempted to turn vessel #1 around. When vessel #1 became parallel to the beach, it was broadsided by a breaking wave.  The impact caused operator #1 to be ejected off vessel #1.  A subsequent wave caused vessel #1 to strike operator #1 injuring his pelvis and ribs. Vessel #1 then grounded on the beach causing damage to the dash panel and starboard gunwale.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0022
Date: 2012-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:35:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sunset Lake
NearestCityTown: Wildwood Crest
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operators #1 and #2 were operating rental Personal Watercraft within the boundaries of the Lakeview  Dock rental Zone.  Both operators were following a counter clockwise direction of travel as ordered by Lakeview Dock Staff.  Wake from a passing Ski splashed operator #2 in the face.  Though unable to see, the operator of vessel #2 accelerated and vessel # 2 struck vessel #1 which was directly in front of vessel #2.  The starboard side of vessel #1 struck the
portside of vessel #2. Upon impact both vessels came to rest.

Operator #2 was issued a summons for careless operation.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0023
Date: 2012-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mankiller Bay
NearestCityTown: Brigantine City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was heading west within Mankiller Bay, when it struck a wake.  Upon striking the wake victim #1,  who was seated on a bench seat along the starboard side near the bow, was thrown from her seat and struck the deck with her back.  Operator #1 then changed course to Kammermans Marina to get help.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0024
Date: 2012-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:59:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Corsons Inlet
NearestCityTown: Upper Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling west bound in Corsons Inlet.  Vessel #1 traveled through rough surf in the Inlet.  Operator # 1 and victm #1 failed to brace them selfs and both fell off the ski.  Victim #1 struck her upper legon the Starboard Gunnel  when She fell.  The impact cause fractures to Her Pelvis. 

Operator #1 was charged operateing a  PWC  while under age.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0025
Date: 2012-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:58:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
In the early morning hours (approximately 0100) on this date Atlantic County was hit with a severe Storm, with wind gusts up to 74 MPH and blowing rain. 

Atlantic City Coast Guard Station reported recovering  a body, positively identified as victim #1.

Operator # 1 Advised that it is common for everone to meet at about 11:00 PM to go fishing.  After they met , the group departed in three vessels and proceeded to the Brigantine Bridge as they normally do.  After arriving in the area they began to fishing in calm weather conditions when one of the group got a call from an aunt notifing them that severe weather was moving into the area.  After the call the group decided to return to the dock.

Operator one then advised that he entered Beach thorofare headed toward Winchester Ave, where the dock was located.  The weather quickly turned severe. He stated that as he got near red channel marker #186, the wind and rain got so strong that the vessel was being blown backwards despite being operated at half throttle. The vessel had been blown completely around twice, each time taking water over the gunnel.

He advised that the victim went to the bow of the vessel and retrieved PFDs for each person on board.  The operator and witness #1 put the PFDs over thier heads but were unable to buckle them due to the high winds. Victim #1 did not put his on but only held onto it.  Victim # 1 then realized that the other two vessels were no longer in sight and became nervous.  He remained in the bow, searching with a flash light.  Another gust of wind struck the vessel, again pushing it violently sideways causing victim #1 to fall overboard.

The vessel was then pushed up against the marsh. Operator #1 and witness #1 then stepped onto the marsh and began searching for victim #1 while call "911".

Investigation revealed that due to weather conditions the exact location of the accident could not be determined. At 05:04 AM a Coast Guard Helo located the body and it was recovered by USCGsafeboat #25709 and transported to USCG Station Atlantic City where attempts to revive victim #1 were unsuccessful.
 
A post mortem was performed on the victim. The official cause of death was ruled drowning.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0026
Date: 2012-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:58:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Absecon Inlet
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was in the area of the Brigantine Bridge when it entered the Beach Thoro, Atlantic City due to approaching weather. At that time a severe storm entered the area with rain and NW wind gusts up to 74 mph causing the operator to turn back toward the Brigantine Bridge, attempting to go with the wind instead of against it. As operator #1 proceeded from Beach Thoro back to Absecon Inlet( at Harrah' Casino), Vessel #1 , an 18' flat bottomed skiff, was being blown sideways. Operator #1 slowed to approximate 5 mph and attempted to maintain control of the vessel, although the wind continued to blow from the port side, blowing the vessel sideways. Operator #1 maintained minimal headway and positioned the vessel to blow onto the rocks between two sections of bulkhead at Herrah"s Bay Walk and Rum Point.

The operator and passenger then departed the vessel and took shelter in Harrah's Casano. 

The operator had broken Front teeth and was bleeding from the lip.  He refused medical treatment at this time.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0028
Date: 2012-06-10 00:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Keyport Harbor
NearestCityTown: Keyport
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Victim #1 was last seen on 06/08/2012. He was last seen leaving the bar of the Keyport Yacht Club.  He left aboard a 9' Dingy (NJ3128HC) in order to transit. Approximately a few hundred yards back to his moored vessel (Vessel#1) .  The victim was sleeping on his vessel. 

His wife hadn't seen him since Friday and became concerned.  She contacted other members of his family and they began searching for him.  After almost a day she called Keyport PD.  A search was conducted. The victim was found in Keyport Harbor a couple of hundred yards west of Chingarora Creek. Victim was wearing underwear and a shirt.

The victims Searay was accessed at the beginning of the search.  A Blue canvas had covered the back deck of the vessel.  It was observed that the back of the canvas (enough for the victim to enter and exit the vessel) was unbottoned and some of his personal items like keys and wallet were found on the captains seat. His dinghy was observed tied to the stern .

Accident remains open pending further investigation.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0029
Date: 2012-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Absecon Inlet
NearestCityTown: Brigantine
County: Atlantic County
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was approaching breakers.  The operator decided to accelerate and his passenger fell off the back.  The passenger was unaware of what the operator planned to do and was not ready for the acceleration. She fell off and the jet of the ski struck her rectum. this caused a laceration to the rectum and intestine.

Operator # 1 then picked up the injured and got her to shore.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0030
Date: 2012-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:11:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Crook Horn Creek
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was being operated on Crook Horn Creek, in the area of the 9th St Bridge, Ocean City NJ. Vessel #1 had two passengers seated directly behind the operator. The rear passenger (victim #1),  was holding a coiled line attached to a towed raft. While transiting the span of the bridge  water conditions became Choppy and when Vessel #1 began to Accelerate the raft became air born and pulled victim #1 into the water.  The line became tangled around Victim #1's Waist, legs and ankles and dragged him under water for a short distance, pulling his PFD off over his head. Victim # 1 managed to surface and grab the raft.  Victim #1's father, operating another PWC then located him and then transported him to shore.

He was then Transported to Cooper Medical center  for treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0031
Date: 2012-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape May Harbor
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessels #1 and #2 were anchored in Cape May Harbor approximately 200 Yards from Each other.   A severe storm Passed through the area with high winds ,rain and lightning.
Vessel #2's anchor began to drag. Vessel # 2 began to drift in an easterly directionas it was being pushed by the strong winds.  The bow anchor line of vessel #2 became
entangled with the bow anchor line of vessel #1. Vessel # 2 swung about on the port side of vessel #1.  The Starboard Stern of vessel #2 struck the port Stern of vessel #1.
The owner and passenger of vessel # 1 were on deck at the time of collision.  All of the people on vessel #2 were sleeping below below.

The owners exchanged information, and owner #2 left for Maryland. Owner of vessel #1 Call to report the accident later in the morning.
The damage on vessel #2 was not seen by the investigator.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0032
Date: 2012-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shark River
NearestCityTown: Belmar
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unkn
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling east in Belmar Marina, between rows F and G, attempting to moor his vessel. As the vessel approached the slip, a gust of wind pushed 
vessel #1 forward towards the concrete bulkhead.  In an attempt to avoid the bulkhead, operator # 1 placed the vessel into reverse.  While in reverse  , vessel #1
struck vessel #2 in the bow pulpit rail with it's starboard side.

Additional Summons SPA charge 12:7-61(2)


BARDID: NJ-2012-0034
Date: 2012-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Double Creek
NearestCityTown: Barnegat
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  This accident was reported several days after it occured. 

Vessel #1 was in the area of double creek at the Barnegat Municipal Ramp.  operator #1 was operating his vessel, preparing for a race to be held on 06/17/2012.While operating vessel #1 the operator #1 experienced mechanical failure causing him to lose control of the vessel. 

The vessel then struck the composite bulkhead with the bow. This caused two composite sections of the bulkhead to shatter.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0041
Date: 2012-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Harmony Twp
County: Warren
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Operator #1 launched vessel #1 from 3 Harmony Station Ramp in Harmony Township, NJ.  Operator #1 was operating the vessel on the Delaware River. The occupants of the vessel were; victim seated in the center of the vessel o the left of operator #1 and subject2 was seated in the center of the vessel on the pot side.  All three occupants were not wearing life vests.  Operator #1, while traveling North on the Delaware River approached PP &  L Bridge did not slow down and use caution ignoring the large sign which Conspicuously read " DANGER. RAPIDS AHEAD!!!".  While traveling underneath the bridge and through the stanchions operator #1 headed  towards shallow water where there were submerged rocks and an island.  Operator #1 struck some large rocks, that were submerged underneath the water, at a high rate of speed causing all three occupants to be ejected from the vessel.  Operator #1 and witness #1 landed approximately 15 feet north of the crash location and were able to make it safely onto the shoreline.  Victim # 1 who also was ejected landed approximately 15 feet north of the vessel striking her head n the rocky terrain causing severe damage to the head and neck. The victims body was carried south bound by the current and remained unaccounted for. 
 
The operator was at fault based on his reckless operation of a vessel, failure to maintain a safe speed during low light conditions and operating under the influence of Alcohol. 
The Following Summonses were issued:
 
SPA 13.82- 1.7 (a) Speed of a power vessel in a manor which may cause danger to life an limb.
 
SPA 13 82-1.7 (B)3  Power vessel shall reduce speed when passing through a bridge span.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0042
Date: 2012-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:13:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Newark Bay
NearestCityTown: Bayonne City
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with governmental vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessels numbers 1 and 2 were west bound in Newark Bay just west of the Bayonne Bridge.  The operator of vessel #1 activated the blue light so that he could stop vessel #2.  Vessel #2 attempted to stop as the Union County Police boat approached.   Vessel #2 cut his engines and was adrift.  Vessel #2 and vessel #1 then collided bow to bow.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0044
Date: 2012-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:01:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1, a Personal Water Craft was departing Tice's Shoal with three people on board. Strong Thunder Storms with powerful winds had been forecast  for 5 to 6 hours prior to the accident.  Occupants of vessel #1 failed to properly prepare for this weather and became caught in the storm.  As a result , the PWC capsized and the engine became flooded with water.  The occupants were in the water and signaled with whistles until help arrived.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0046
Date: 2012-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Seaside Park
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Very Rough
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 3 was anchored on Barnegat Bay northwest of Seaside Park Yacht Club with vessel # 4 secured to its port side and vessel #2 tied to its starboard side.  Vessel #1 was unoccupied and anchored alone a short distance away in a northwest direction.  All vessel owners and passengers were on the rafted vessels.
At approximately1915 hours a severe thunderstorm with strong winds moved into the area. The winds caused vessel # 1 to drag its anchor and rift back into the rafted vessels.  Vessel #1 struck the bow portions of vessels # 3 and #4 on its port side.  The owner of vessel #1 boarded his boat from vessel #3 and attempted to motor away to minimize further damage.  However, while doing so, vessel #1's propeller became entangled in vessel # 3's anchor line rendering  it disabled. The port side of vessel #1 continued to strike vessels # 3 and #4 .   the owners of all vessels involved attempted to fend off but the efforts were futile in the storm.  During this time, subject boarded vessel #2 released lines from vessel #3 and drifted astern toward the yacht club. Vessel #2 was in disarray from the ongoing storm yet subject deployed the anchor. The violent action of vessels numbers 1,3 and 4 strained he anchor line of vessel #3 causing it to part allowing vessels #3 and #4 to drift free of vessel #1 which  remained in place.  Both vessel engines were started and put into gear.  Vessel#3's propeller fouled vessel #2's anchor line .  vessel #3 was able to set another anchor and secure it's position.  Vessel #4 fouled it's propeller in vessel #2's jib sheet.  Vessel #4 then released ins from vessel # 3 , cut the tangled jib free and set anchor.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0047
Date: 2012-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Other
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed that on Saturday vessel # 1 was secured to the end of the floating dock behind the owners residence.  At 2200 hrs vessel #1 was violently rocked in a wake generated from an unidentified vessel traveling west on the River.  The wake caused vessel #1 to strike the pilings of the dock with it's port side, causing the listed damage. 
 
Time was determined by statement from witness #1 who heard a lud bang and later reviewed his surveillance camera footage which showed a large fishing cabin vessel slowing down causing a large wake.  there was not enough detail to identify the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0048
Date: 2012-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:35:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Harvey Cedars
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was in the area of the Inter Coastal Waterway marker #51.  The operator was moving his vessel away from the channel so they could go for a swim. As he was backing he heard victim #1 scream and he shut down the motor.  Just prior to this, victim #1 had gone onto the swim platform to retrieve  the folding style ladder that as affixed to the platform in the down position.  As she was raising the ladder she fell into the water and was injured by the propeller.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0049
Date: 2012-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: 42nd Street Lagoon
NearestCityTown: Sea Isle City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #2 stated : I saw subject fueling his boat. I was waxing the port side of my boat and heard a loud bang.  I looked over and heard Subject yell fire 

Vessel #1 was tied to the dock in slip #24 at Sea Isle City Marina.  While tied to the dock, the engine off, fuel vapors trapped in the hull of vessel #1 were ignited by an unknown source.  Victim # 1 was onboard and went into the cabin to retrieve a fire extinguisher.  Several attempts to contain the fire met with negative results. The fire expanded to the dock, water Surface, and vessel #2. 

Vessel #1 sustained extensive damage throughout and was removed from the water, Vessel #2 sustained damage to the starboard side hull, transom, the Bimini top and the entire vessel suffered smoke damage. The vessel was not removed Operator 1 was transported t ACMC City Division and later airlifted to Crozier Chester Burn Center for precautionary reasons.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0050
Date: 2012-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:50:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mankiller Bay
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: 0102
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Victim #1 stated : since the boat was going slow, I decided to go into the cabin to put something away. I thought operator knew Iw as down there.  I felt him pick up our speed. When I attempted to exit the cabin, I felt us hit a wake.  That is when I hit my head on the cabin wall within the doorway.
 
 
Vessel #1 was heading West- Southwest in Mankiller Bay , when his vessel struck a wake.  At this time Victim #1 was attempting to exit the cabin when he struck the right side of hi head on the fore-side portion of the cabin doorway. 
 
Operator #1 was issued a summons for not having a Boating Safety Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0051
Date: 2012-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:43:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Brigantine Channel
NearestCityTown: Brigantine City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated: " I was trying to get back to brigantine before dark. All I rember was hitting the sand bar." 

Investigation revealed:  Vessel # was being operated south bound within the Brigantine channel when same struck a sand bar.  The impact of the vessel striking the sad bar threw operator  #1 face first into the handle bars. The impact of  striking the handle bars caused operator #1 to have lacerations to his forehead and right  index finger.  It was  
later  determined that the index finger was also broken.  Due to shallow water, operator #1 had to be air lifted to the Hospital. 
 
 Operator #1 operator #1 operated in an unsafe manner.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0052
Date: 2012-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: Galloway Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was being operated north bound in the Black Point area outside of marker # 165.  As vessel #1 proceeded to make its way back to the LBI Area, same ran aground.  The impact of the vessel striking the sand bar threw victim #1 out of her seat and into the front of the console area of the boat.  The impact with the console caused her to have pain in her left arm.  Both persons were transported by NJSP to Atlantic City Coast Guard Station and from there Victim #1 was transported for treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0053
Date: 2012-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:19:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Toms River Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1  stated in affect: the wave runner shut off when I was riding around and my brother cane back to help and ran right into me.
 
Operator #2 stated to the effect;  I saw my brother was having a problem with his wave runner so I turned around and before I knew it I couldn't stop and hit him.
 
Vessels #1 and #2 , both rentals, were traveling east bound on the Toms River following a ski attendant from Kings Marine to a pre determined marked location in Barnegat Bay.  Vessel #1 lost power for an unknown reason and operator number 2 operated his vessel into vessel #1 striking bow to bow.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0054
Date: 2012-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Monmouth Beach
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was drifting near the Shrewsbury Rocks in the Atlantic Ocean, approximately two miles off Monmouth Beach Borough.  Vessel #2 was traveling north near the same location.  The bow of vessel #2 struck the starboard side of vessel #1, then traveled completely over vessel #1.  Vessel #1 operator was fishing off the stern of vessel #1 at the time of the collision and was unable to take evasive Action.  Operator #2 failed to maintain a proper lookout and failed to take necessary action to avoid a collision.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0055
Date: 2012-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:35:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 left Manasquan Inlet and transited off shore in route to Barnegat Inlet, Berkeley Twp.  Operator #1 failed to heed white danger markers positioned to the north of the submerged portion of Barnegat Inlet's north Jetty.  Instead of using the entrance buoy and inlet channel markers operator #1 attempted to maneuver into the inlet by operating vessel #1 over the submerged portion of the north jetty in a southbound direction.  Vessel #1's hull subsequently struck the rocks of the submerged jetty causing vessel #1 to begin to submerge due to substantial bottom damage in turn causing non life threatening injuries to the occupants.  The vessel " Reel Fantasy"  contacted  U.S. Coast Guard  Station Barnegat Inlet via channel 16.  A Sea Tow vessel with witness #2 aboard , responded and he made the decision to tow vessel # 1 off the rocks as it was breaking up.  He did this so that the passengers would not have to enter the water at the rocks where they might suffer greater injuries.  After the vessel was pulled off the rocks it sank lower in the water. The persons were pulled from the water by USCG units, Sea Tow  ad Tow Boat US vessels.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0056
Date: 2012-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cedar Swamp Creek
NearestCityTown: Upper Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated:  "I was at idle speedbird watching when I became caught on a downed tree in the water. As I was trying to get free, a
branch stuck into my leg." 
 
 
Operator #1 was operating vessel #1 on Cedar Swamp Creek.  While traveling South at idle speed,  vessel #1 became caught on a partially submerged Tree. The tree was laying perpendicular to the creek and only partially exposed on the surface.  Operator #1 tried to free the vessel  and was impaled by a branch of the tree in the process.  The branch,  approximately 3" in lenth and 5/8" in diameter Broke off in operator #1's right leg in the area of his calf muscle.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0057
Date: 2012-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:04:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rainbow Channel
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessels #1 and #2 were being operated in the PWC Rental Zone located in Rainbow Channel. Vessel #2 was operating in front of vessel #1.  Vessel #2 turned to port and vessel #1 also turned to port in an attempt to avoid a collision.  Vessel #1 was following vessel #2 too closely and the two vessels collided. Vessel #1's bow struck the middle portion of vessel #2.  Operator #2 was ejected from the vessel #2.  
The operator of vessel #2 sustained  lacerations with bleeding from face and head.  Operator #1 had no complaints of injurynor an visible signs of injury .


BARDID: NJ-2012-0058
Date: 2012-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:28:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was jumping waves in the area of Champagne Island in hereford inlet.  After jumping a wave, vessel #1 was quickly struck on the starboard side by another wave causing the operator to be ejected from the vessel.  While being ejected the operator struck his left shin on the hull causing injury.  The operator then tried to board his vessel but was unable to. He flagged down  a couple of other PWCS whose operators assisted him.  The transported both the operator and Vessel #1 to shore.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0059
Date: 2012-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape May Inlet
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling East on the south side of the Cape May Inlet.  Vessel #1 was traveling at about 12 knots, according to the operator's statement, at the western most part of the south Rock Jetty's  interior, approximately 30 yards rom the shore line.  At this point the vessel made contact wth submerged rocks in about 2 feet of water . Vessel #1 ame to rest on top of the rocks and was later towed off Tow Boat US.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0060
Date: 2012-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:33:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Egg Harbor Inlet
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was operating in the area of Great Egg Harbor Inlet Long Port Bridge.  While approaching the center span of the bridge, approximately 200 feet away, Operator #1began slowing down.  As vessel #1 was slowing down three large Sport Fish type cabin boats overtook the vessel prior to the bridge.  The Wake and sea action caused vessel #1 to rock violently and caused his passengers to be thrown into the air landing hard on the boat.  Victim #1 came out of her seat landing back on to it, breaking it. She came out of her seat  again and landed on the broken part of the seat.  It is believed that this is when she injured her spine.  Victim #2 was sitting in the center of the bow portion of the vessel when he came out of his seat, landed back in it striking  the speaker grill with His left elbow.

Operator #1 could not supply any identifying information 


BARDID: NJ-2012-0061
Date: 2012-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:29:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #1 stated that he had last used his vessel on July second and had secured it at around four pm.  On the morning of July 4 he received a phone call from the owner of the property where he keeps his vessel advising him the vessel is on fire.  When he arrived on scene, the vessel was fully engulfed and the property owner was trying to fight  it with a garden hose.  The Pioneer fire Department responded  and extinguished the blaze. The owner stated that there were a lot of fireworks going off in the neighborhood and perhaps one of these ignited the fire. The owner stated that the battery on the boat was dead and had been for some time.  He also stated that the gas can for the motor only had about two gallons of fuel. 

Assistant Fire Chief stated that there was no suspicious actions or substances that would deem the fire to be malicious in nature.
 
the cause of this fire is undetermined.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0062
Date: 2012-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:59:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navisink River
NearestCityTown: Red Bank
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Owner Of vessel #1 had left his vessel tied up to a mooring at the Monmouth Boat club and when he returned Sunday morning the vessel was severely damaged.
 
Witness#1 stated  in effect:  I was standing on the dock at Irwins Marina,  at approximately o'clock in the morning, I heard a loud bang and when I looked I saw a white fishing boat with a top on it had crashed into a sailboat. The boat appeared to have two guys on it arguing and then left the scene heading west towards the RT.  35  Bridge. The boat had blue lights off the stern.
 
Operator  #2 stated, in effect : I want to speak  with my lawyer before I make any statements.
 
Investigation reveals:  Vessel #2 was heading west on the Navesink River, approaching the mooring field of sailboats, at which point vessel #2  struck vessel #1's starboard sife amidships.  The operator of vessel #2 then left the area in vessel #2 heading towards the Rt 35 Bridge in Red Bank. The operator of vessel #2 was at fault due to inattention ,failure to maintain a proper lookout, and unsafe speed.
 
Summons issued to operator #2:
 
  SPA (Reckless Operation) 12:7-47
  
  SPA (Navigation Rules, #5) 13:82-8
 
  SPA (Unsafe Speed) 13:8-17
 
  SPA (Failure to Report Vessel Accent) 1382-2.1


BARDID: NJ-2012-0063
Date: 2012-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:04:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: bilge pump
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 had been operated from C & C Marina to Good Luck Point Marina for fuel.  During the trip, the operator became aware that the bilge  pump had stopped working. While tied to the fuel Dock at Good Luck Point Marina, the vessel flooded and sank.  All person were able to exit the vessel onto the fuel dock.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0065
Date: 2012-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel # 1 was traveling South East in Woodport  Cove towing a water tube occupied by Victim #1 and a wake board occupied by witness #2.   The operator turned vessel #1 to port.  As vessel #1 was turning witness #2 fell off the wakeboard and injured #1 fell off the water tube.  Witness #2 collided  with  victim #1. Victim #1 suffered injuries to his face and head.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0066
Date: 2012-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by activity equi
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling south in Barnegat Bay in the area of Tice's Shoal with a ski raft in tow.  The vessel was at cruising speed with all passengers on board when the line attached entered the stern portion of the vessel striking victim #1.  The impact resulted in victim #1 having a laceration and burn on the upper right thigh.  The apparent contributing circumstances of the accident was a result of the vessel's cruising speed along with the line attached to the raft.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0067
Date: 2012-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:53:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brielle
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 entered Hoffman's Marina looking for a slip and he underestimated the speed of the incoming tide.  Vessel #1 collided with vessel #2 resulting in damage to both vessels.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0068
Date: 2012-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:37:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Bay
NearestCityTown: Galloway Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 and Vessel #2 were cruising North Bound in the inter coastal Waterway.  Vessel #1 in an attempt to avoid striking ICW #128A , turned hard to starboard.  Vessel #2 continued cruising North Bound in the same direction. Vessel #1 turned hard to port and collided  with vessel #2.  Both operators were ejected and reported the injuries listed.
 
Operator  #1 was issued a summons for Careless Operation .


BARDID: NJ-2012-0069
Date: 2012-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:07:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Loveland Thorlfare
NearestCityTown: Bass River Twp
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: People on Gunwale, Bow, or Transom
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1's occupants had finished recovering the crab traps. The operator was traveling faster then he should have when he turned the vessel to the left in a confined area.  This caused him to be thrown from his operating position pulling the kill switch.  The combined action of turning and sudden deceleration caused victim #1 and the operator to fall overboard. She was struck by the propeller.  Victim received several serious lacerations to her left arm.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0070
Date: 2012-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:53:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling north on Lake Hopatcong in area of Halsey Island.  Due to operator inattention, Vessel #1 struck a wooden dock.  Vessel #1 then proceeded to run aground.  Lastly,  vessel #1 struck a tree and came to rest on land.
 
Operator #1 was charged with operating under the influence of alcohol.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0071
Date: 2012-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Both vessels were moored in Barnegat Bay in the Water's Edge mooring area.  Vessel #2 was leaving the area.  Operator #2 was unable to control his vessel, causing vessel #2 to strike  vessel #1 on the starboard side hull .  Vessel #1 sustained a hole in the starboard side and vessel #2  sustained damage to the anchor.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0072
Date: 2012-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:56:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Investigator observed a red PWC overturned in the water and two people on board a white power vessel.  The operator and passenger of vessel #1  were brought on board the patrol vessel.  Vessel #1 was then owed by the investigating Tooper to Hinkley Marina. At the marina, the vessel was removed from the water. Visual inspection of the exterior of the vessel showed no physical damage that would cause it to take on water.
 
Investigator concluded that vssel #1 was heading south in Barnegat Bay  near Sloop Point, when for unknown mechanical reasons vessel #1 filled with water and sank.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0073
Date: 2012-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:58:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mill Creek
NearestCityTown: Stafford Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was coming out of the Lagoon.  Due to the high wind operator #1 was unable to control of his vessel. The wind pushed vessel #1 into a dock and boat lift.  The collision damaged the boat lift and pilings along the dock.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0074
Date: 2012-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metedeconk River
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was being operated by operator #1 in the lagoon adjacent to Brower Dr in Brick, NJ. The vessel was being offered for sale by the owner through Campisano Marine. The owner was unaware that the vessel was being test driven by operator #1.  The vessel #1 was heading in a southerly direction though the lagoon when the operator reversed direction by turning to port. As he initiated his turn the starboard rear quarter struck a piling knocking it over.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0075
Date: 2012-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Island Cove
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was towing a tube with two persons on it. Vessel #1 turned to port and the tube moved to starboard, ejecting the two riders into the water. One of the riders was found unresponsive in the water.  He was removed from the water and taken to owners residence. There he was treated by Paramedics and transported Via Helo to Jersey Shore Medical Center and treated for a concussion and hospitalize.  


BARDID: NJ-2012-0076
Date: 2012-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little Egg Harbor Bay
NearestCityTown: Beach Haven Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was drift fishing outside the channel.  The operator of vessel #2 was traveling north also outside the channel. Operator #2 stated that he was using the serpentine method in order to maintain a proper look out.  Operator #2 lost sight of vessel #1 and vessel #2 struck vessel #1 on the port side.  The operator of vessel #1 
had a minor contusion but refused treatment. 


BARDID: NJ-2012-0077
Date: 2012-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:17:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was cruising east in Barnegat Bay, in the vicinity of ICW #47. For unknown reasons a mechanical failure ignited a fire in the engine compartment, causing gasoline fumes to explode. The back ac of the vessel was blown off. Both  persons on board jumped overboard. At this time  vessel #1 ,fully engulfed, drifted north and became partially submerged. 
USCG, Ocean County Sheriffs department  and Sea Tow arrived on scene. The vessel was allowed to burn so all fuel on board would be consumed.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0078
Date: 2012-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:59:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brielle
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Throttle
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigator was advised of a distress call at the Brielle Rail Road  Bridge.  At the railroad bridge a 26 foot World Craft cabin vessel was observed being towed clear of the bridge. The vessel had been pinned there by an out going tidal current.  It should be noted that the bridge is low to the water, has a narrow opening and all vessels are required to wait for opening when there are no trains scheduled.
 
While Vessel #1 was awaiting an opening, the operator was maintaining his position using the throttles.  Vessel #1 sustained a throttle malfunction. Due to the strong out going current and the throttle malfunction, vessel #1 rifted northeast and struck the cement abutment just north of the Brielle Railroad Bridge on the west side. The vessel remained pinned against the abutment until  the USCG was able to tow vessel #1 to a safe location.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0079
Date: 2012-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Silver Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of Vessel #1 contacted the station to report a boating accident.  He reported that on Sunday he was sleeping on his vessel which was anchored in Silver Bay. He heard a loud bang coming from the stern  of vessel #1.  He ran on deck but didn't see anything so he ran to the bow. He observed a small vessel circling his vessel at a high rate of speed. The vessel continued to circle his vessel and ran over his anchor line severing.   The owner of vessel #1 then started his engines and followed vessel #2  west and saw it turn into a lagoon.  He was unable to follow due to shallow water. The next day he traveled to the area by vehicle and located the vessel he had chased the night before. 

He described the  vessel as about 22 feet long cutty cabin with a gray Mariner outboard. 

Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was anchored in Silver Bay just off  Cattus Island Park, when vessel #2 impacted the swim platform at the stern of vessel #1. Vessel #2 continued circling  vessel #1 untill it severed the anchor line of vessel #1, sending it adrift. Vessel #2 then left the scene.
 
Operator #2 was issued Summons , 12:734.46(C) Fail to report a boating accident , and SPA , 13:82-1.8, Fail to obey Navigation Rules.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0080
Date: 2012-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kill Van Kull
NearestCityTown: Bayone
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated:  I was coming around the buoy when I hit something under the water. I lost my propeller. I don't know what I hit. 

Investigation Revealed :  Vessel #1 was cruising west bound on the Kill Van Kull in the vicinity of the Bayonne Bridge. Vessel #1 struck a submerged object approximately  700 feet west of the Bayonne  Bridge. The impact resulted in the complete loss of the lower unit.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0081
Date: 2012-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #1 stated in effect: I was aboard my vessel sleeping when I was awakened by a big crash.  I went topside and saw a white approximately 40 foot sailboat had crashed into my port side.  I could hear his engine running.  I was standing on my deck yelling at  him when he put the engine in reverse and pulled his vessel away causing more damage.  He backed up, put his boat in forward and kept going like nothing had happened.  When I emailed he was trying to get away, I went below and hailed the Coast Guard on VHF Radio.  I watched the boat that hit me head out the inlet.
 
Operator of vessel #2 stated in effect:  I was anchored overnight (same anchorage as vessel #1) and pulled my anchor early this morning, around 4:40 AM.   headed out the inlet and was going south towards Cape May.  The Coast  Guard came and got me and directing me to this location . My boat was not involved in any accident  and I did not hit the other vessel. The marks on my boat are from hitting docks while docking in the past.
 
Investigation revealed:  Both vessels were anchored/moored in a location near Barnegat Light known as Meers Hole.  As vessel #2 was leaving the area it struck vessel #1 on the port side amidships causing damage. Vessel #2 then left the area, but was later found by the Coast Guard outside of Barnegat  Inlet.  he operator was directed to return to the area.  I first spoke To the operator of vessel #2. He was very vague when questioned about the accident continually saying he was not involved and his boat did not hit anything. He could not explain the damage to his vessel only stating it was not new and must have happened when he  hit a dock while docking his boat a previous times .
 
The Coast Guard advised  the damage was consistent with damage to vessel #1. They further advised that there were no other vessels in the area when this occurred. I then spoke to the owner of vessel #1.  He furnished the above statement. I escorted him to location of vessel #2 and he identified it as the vessel that struck his.
 
I then went to vessel #1 where it remained moored.  The damage on vessel #1 was consistent with the marking on vessel #2. The Damage on vessel #2 consisted of fresh scuff marks and gouging along the bow area above the water line. The bow railing was bent upwards on the starboard side. The anchor, which protruded from the bow area on the ort side, had a small scrape in the metal exposing bright, fresh, galvanized material.  The mark was not weather.
 
The operator of vessel #2  was issued summons for careless operation and not having  a Boating Safety  Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0082
Date: 2012-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:03:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Galloway Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling south bound in the ICW in the area of ICW # 170. During this time Same left the channel and struck marker #170. Later,  when vessel #1 was pulled from the water ,an inspection revealed that vessel #1 had struck  ICW  #170 it had done so twice, first with the starboard bow and then with the starboard stern.  The vessel sustained enough damage to compromise the hull and a short time later became partially submerged.
 
Operator #1  was issued summons  for Operating under the influence of Alcohol and failure to avoid an accident
.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0083
Date: 2012-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong Borough
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
V1 was traveling northeast in Byram Cove between Sister Island and the mainland.  While underway utilizing an auxiliary engine, vessel #1 struck high tension wires with the mast.  Vessel one's mast became entangled in the power lines.  Wile attempting to free the mast from the Wires, utility Pole #S469HG was damaged. The top part of the pole was cracked and hanging over .
 
Operator #1 failed to maintain a proper lookout 


BARDID: NJ-2012-0084
Date: 2012-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sunset Lake
NearestCityTown: Wildwod Crest
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This accident involved two rented PWCs.  
 
The accident was not reported at the time it occurred but the next day  The investigator was unable to speak to the operator of vessel #2.
 
Information is based on operator and witness statements  
 
Vessels #1 and #2 were operating in a rental zone. The supervisor for the rental agency signaled the vessels to slow down. As vessel #1 was slowing down it was struck on the starboard side by vessel #2.  Vessel 2 struck both the operator and passenger of vessel #1 in the leg, injuring both.  At the dock victims reported the injuries to the manager of Lakeview Docks and then went to the emergency room. There was no visable damage to either vessel. The operator of vessel #2 failed to maintain a sae distance so as to be able to avoid a collision.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0085
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:18:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper anchoring
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored from the stern and the occupants were fishing.  The operator had anchored the vessel using two anchors. The operator attempted to pull the anchor on the starboard side. The waves started to come over the starboard side stern and starboard side.  The operator tried to cut the other anchor line but the boat swamped and sank.
All persons were picked up by other vessels in the area Victim #1 had a minor abrasion on her left leg which occured as she exited the vessel.
The cause of this accident was improper anchoring.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0086
Date: 2012-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel #1 was jumping waves with his vessel in Hereford Inlet.  During the course of this activity,  vessel #1 became airborne and the operator lost control. This loss of contact and control caused him to land without sure footing. This loss of footing caused his leg to strike the gunnel. This impact caused serious injury to the bones in his right leg.  He then was ejected from the vessel.
 
Operator #1 was issued  summons for careless operation.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0087
Date: 2012-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware Bay
NearestCityTown: Commercial Twp
County: Cumberland
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 attempted to put the bow of vessel #1 on the bank of a small ditch on the Delaware Bay.  As the bow of the vessel climbed the bank, the stern squatted creating lower freeboard and the water entered over the stern. The vessel slid down the bank and the sank.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0088
Date: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: South Channel
NearestCityTown: Middle Township
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was being operated northbound in the south channel area outside the intercoastal waterway.  As vessel #1 proceeded to make it's way back to the ICW , it ran aground.  The impact of the vessel striking the sandbar threw subject out of her seat  and into the front console area of the boat.  Victim #1 suffered a fractured femur.
 
The operator of vessel failed to remain in the channel and regulate his speed


BARDID: NJ-2012-0089
Date: 2012-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:28:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Egg Harbor Bay
NearestCityTown: Egg Harbor Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was drifting within Great Egg Harbor Bay, in the vicinity of the of the old Ocean City- Longport Bridge when it was swamped by waves.
At this location the wind was against the tide creating sea conditions of approximately 2 t0 3 feet high and in addition the areas known to be hazardous due to the current running over the submerged remains of the old bridge. 


BARDID: NJ-2012-0090
Date: 2012-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Egg Harbor River
NearestCityTown: Egg Harbor Twp
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was west bound on the Great Egg Harbor River when operator #1 maneuvered to take a cut in the marsh. During the maneuver the operator was ejected from vessel #1 injuring his ankle. Due to the speed at the time, approximately  65 MPH, and a strong current, vessel #1 drifted away from operator 1. Operator #1 managed to get to Wharf Rd Marina where he found shelter for the night.  He was reported missing and when he awoke in the morning, he was able to make contact via phone with the Egg Harbor PD,


BARDID: NJ-2012-0091
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Sea Bright
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was out bound in the Shrewsbury River, traveling with the outgoing tide.  He waited for the Sea Bright - Rumson Bridge to open.  Operator #1 initiates his approach to the opening span and sees another vessel entering the span, inbound, at the same time. Operator #1 then turned to starboard in order to avoid a collision with the other vessel.
By turning to starboard with a strong outgoing  tide the vessel spins to the right and strikes the Ice breaker. While fending off,  operator #1, broke his thumb.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0092
Date: 2012-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:44:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lavallette
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 31 was traveling northwest in the lagoon approaching Chadwick Island Marina, when the operator lost control of the vessel.  The vessel then struck and damaged a residents boat lift. Damage was observed on the port bow railing of vessel #1.
 
The operator stated that he sometimes has trouble controlling the vessel in the wind.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0093
Date: 2012-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Pt. Pleasant Beach Borough
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 departed from the public boat ramp in Point Pleasant to go fishing in the Atlantic Ocean outside Manasquan Inlet. When he arrived in the area of R "2M"  Buoy,  vessel #1 was allowed to drift while the operator prepared the fishing equipment.  The waves began to come over the stern and flooded the vessel


BARDID: NJ-2012-0094
Date: 2012-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored at Tices Shoal.  The owner was onboard along with eight passengers.  Vessel #2 was rented and the operator was trying to move away from other boats in the area.  The owner of vessel #1 warned the operator  of vessel #2 that he was getting to close and should put his vessel in reverse.  Operator #2 pushed the throttle forward  by mistake and vessel #2 struck vessel #1 on the port side amidships causing the damage listed in this report. Operator #2 was issued a summons for careless operation.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0095
Date: 2012-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:37:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Sea Girt
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was operating vessel # 1 in the Atlantic Ocean off the Sea Girt Beach.  Due to the waves, operator #1 struck her head on the handlebars. Operator #1 was transported to the hospital for head injury.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0096
Date: 2012-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Will Hole Thorough Fare
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant Beach
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Shift
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling west bound on Wills Hole Thorough Fare of the Manasquan River.  Operator #1 attempted to reverse direction by turning to starboard.  He shifted into reverse then back into forward while effecting his turn . Operator #1 stated that he experienced a mechanical malfunction and the vessel remained in reverse causing it" starboard rear quarter to collide with the bow of vessel #2.  Operator stated that he had some mechanical work done after purchasing the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0097
Date: 2012-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navesink River
NearestCityTown: Middletown
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated that he was heading east when three wae entered the boat causing it to flood and then capsize. No injuries or damage reported.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0098
Date: 2012-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Raritan Bay
NearestCityTown: Middletown
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Person Departed Vessel
AccidentEvent2: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person strikes propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Owner of vessel #1 had invited some friends and relatives out for a day on the boat with some food and drink, including beer. After being anchored off Keansburg  in Raritan Bay for a few hours, the kids asked to go fishing.  Owner # 1 pulled up the anchor and headed towards sandy Hook. His wife asked him to stop because she was feeling ill and had to use the facilities.  She entered the water and a short time later was joined by her children.  Then victim #1 and Victim #2 then jumped in. Owner #1 then realized that it is not safe to be adrift with people swimming.  He instructs everyone to get back on the boat. Someone asked for time to take one more picture. Only a few minutes pass when owner #1 hears one person say "operator save my Brother, he is drowning. Operator # 1 Jumps in and swims to victim #1 and tries to rescue victim #1. After they get him out of the water, they started CPR and called for help. Owner #1 then jumps behind the helm and starts heading for shore.  He notices that something is wrong with the engine, as the boat isn’t coming up on plane.  Owner #1 flags down another vessel and asks for assistance.  Victim #1 is transferred to the other vessel and brought back to Monmouth Cove Marina in Middletown. Victim #2 injured her foot climbing back into the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0099
Date: 2012-09-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:04:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Both vessels #1 and #2 were operating in Hereford Inlet at the time of this accident.  Vessel #1 was traveling east, about 75 yards off Moores Beach.  Vessel #1 entered into a left turn which took it into the path of vessel #2. Vessel #2 did not alter course and struck vessel # 1 on the port side.  Both operators were ejected from their vessels.  Operator #2 was able to get back on his vessel and make it to shore.  Rescue personnel arrived and got operator #1 back to the beach.
 
Operator #1 stated in effect the accident happened so fast t is hard to remember what happened.  I must have been turning left because I remember looking left at the time. The other Ski hit him from about 45 degree angle.
 
Operator #2 stated in effect: He was going straight ahead , went over a wave which splashed his face.  When he opened his eyes the other ski was infront of him.  He stated that he as traveling at less than30 MPH.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0100
Date: 2012-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong Boro
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed : Vessel #1 was traveling in a westerly direction on plane.  vessel #2 was traveling in a westerly direction at no wake speed, approximately 300 Ft from the River Styx Bridge.  Operator #1 failed to observe vessel #2 and struck same on the port side transom, Causing severe damage. Operator #1 suffered a head injury as a result of
the impact.  Operator # 1 was transported to Dover Medical Center for treatment and to have blood drawn.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0101
Date: 2012-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:49:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was heading north in the Inter Coastal Water Way. As it passed under the Route 30 Bridge,  the operator detected the odor of something burning and began to see smoke. Operator #1 then used a fire extinguisher and sprayed in the direction of where the smoke was coming from.  The operator and all on board then were picked up by another Vessel.   The fire was determined to be electrical in nature.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0102
Date: 2012-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hudson River
NearestCityTown: Weehawkien Twp
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Operator #1 was attempting to dock vessel #1.  Vessel #1 experienced engine trouble and drifted with the current, making contact with the side of the building adjacent to the south side of the marina . Operator then tried to tow the vessel and a wake from a passing vessel caused vessel #1's Mizzen mast to strike the building causing damage.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0103
Date: 2012-09-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pt Pleasant Canal
NearestCityTown: Pt Pleasant
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling south in the Point Pleasant Canal.  Victim #1 was seated behind operator #1 and leaned forward to retrieve a cooler from under the seat.  Operator #1 became distracted  and vessel #1 struck the west wall of the canal just prior to it striking the Route 88 Bridge.  The impact projected victim #1 forward causing her to strike her chin agianst the seat in front of her. A nearby resident heard the collision and saw vessel #1 after the collision.  She called the station and advised she was concerned about the people on board.  The vessel was observed in the canal as it was assing the station and the operator was directed to bring it into the basin.  Victi 1 was bleeding from a cut on her upper chin. She refused medical treatment at the station, preferring to be driven to get medical treatment by operator #1.  Victim #1 was taken to Community Hospital, Toms River.  She received stiches or the laceration and was treated by a dentist for two chips to her front teeth.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0104
Date: 2012-09-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant Beach
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed that there were five occupants on board vessel #1,  a 17' Center Console Legend open power boat and they were fishing approximately one hundred yards east of ICW # "7".   While fishing, wakes from unidentified passing vessels went over the stern of vessel #1 filling it with water .  The bilge pump could not keep up and the vessel filled with water. As  result the stern filled with water and slipped beneath the surface of the water.  Once the stern of vessel #1 was beneath the surface the vessel capsized coming to rest on it"s port side.
 
All persons were removed from  the water by a passing boater. No injuries were reported.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0105
Date: 2012-09-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clam Creek
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Fixed Object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed :  Operator #1 was attempting to maneuver vessel #1 into his boat slip in Farley State Marina.  The slip is located on "C" dock and is C-21.  It should be noted that it was windy with gusts up to 31 MPH.  Due to the high wind, this caused vessel #1 to quickly drift across the marina and collide with  moored Vessel #2.  Vessel #2 was moored on "D" dock  slip D-2, which is located across from "C"  Dock slip  C-21.  Vessel #1 sustained damage to the starboard side Railing which appeared bent.  Vessel #2 sustained damage  to the starboard side railing, which appeared to be bent. The starboard side midship had a six to seven inch crack in the fiberglass. Vessel #1 struck the fire hose box wich was mouned to "D" Dock. It was observed ling on it's side.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0106
Date: 2012-09-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:17:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Franklinville Lake
NearestCityTown: Franklin Twp
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed the operator of vessel #1 was operating a Personal watercraft on Franklinville Lake  while towing victim #1.  Operator #1 traveled south on the lake for a short distance , made a quick right hand turn throwing Victim #1 off the tube she was riding on.  Victim #1 impacted the water causing internal injuries.
 
The owner of vessel #1 stated in effect "Without my knowledge operator jumped on my Ski and started towing another person.  I yelled at operator to stop but he was too far away to hear me. "
 
A summons was issued to the owner  of vessel #1 for failure to register.
 
Summons (Fail to take a boating course) and (towing a water Skier without an observer) were issued to operator #1.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0107
Date: 2012-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Dover Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling southbound in Barnegat Bay.  the operator failed to observe Middle Sedge Island and grounded his vessel.  Passenger sustained a laceration to her toe.  It should be noted that no medical treatment was required and Tow Boat removed the vessel from the island.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0108
Date: 2012-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Dover Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Owner #1 states,  "My wife and I were on our boat anchored at Money Island in the Toms River, as we have done numerous times in the past. Another similar boat was coming in to raft alongside of us to spend the afternoon together on our boats. 

Our fenders were out (4 of them). V1 wife was in the stern waiting to catch the stern line.  I was on the bow ready to catch a bow line.  This is also practice we have done numerous times.  Operator2 had come around the stern of our boat and attempted to line up parallel with our anchored boat. 

After several attempts, he was able to get close enough.  However , as he did, the wind caught his boat,  pushing it  back and causing his bow sprit to come under the bow rail and over the deck of my boat, striking my lower left leg and pinning it against the slope of the bridge.  His son and I were able to help  us keep (vessel #2) away from (vessel #1), by that time the damage was done. " 

This acident as reported to the Coast Guard on the day it occurred but not to the State Police until 10/12/2012.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0113
Date: 2012-10-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/Swamping
RedactedNarrative:
On the morning of 10/20/2012 investigator spoke with operator #1.  He stated that he purchased the vessel on 10/19/2012 in Maryland and was enroute to long Island. Operator # 1 stated in effect that he had just entered the mouth of the Cape May Canal inlet seeking calmer waters at some time after 8:00 PM the previous evening. Operator #1 stated that he was the only person on board.  He stated he put the vessel in neutral and was attempting to radio any marina in the area to seek safe refuge. While using his radio, he stated that he neglected to realize his vessel had drifted out of calmer waters and around the tip of the south jetty.  He stated that his vessel was now being pushed towards shore and into the South Jetty by the wind and current.  He stated that he attempted to put the engines in forward to avoid the collision, but it was too late. Operator stated that he heard the bottom of the vessel scrapping on the submerged rocks of the south jetty.  He stated the vessel became "hung up” on the submerged rocks and was kept there but the strong winds and persistent current.  He stated the vessel began to list toward starboard and waves began coming over the starboard stern section of the vessel into the cockpit area. The operator then donned his life jacket and radioed for help.  He was taken off the vessel by Sea Tow personnel who arrived at 10:55 PM.
 
Investigation revealed:  Arrived on scene at approximately 9 AM on 1/20/12.  Operator stated that all documents for the vessel were on board.  These documents were inaccessible at this time and most likely ruined.  I observed the vessel half sunken 7 feet west of the shoreline and 10 feet south of the jetty.  The vessel was upright and slightly bobbing. The water was over the gunnels and about level with the top of the bow.  I did not observe any signs of pollution such as or oil. There was some debris scattered about the jetty which Operator confirmed was from his vessel. All the Izing glass windows were completely blown out and tattered. At this time I could visibly determine if there was and damage to the hull f the vessel. However I was informed by Sea Tow personnel that the propeller was found approximately about 70 feet west of where is currently located. This leads me to believe the vessel ran aground closer to the tip of the south jetty here the propeller became lodged n the submerged rocks.  The propeller and shaft were then torn from the vessel as consequence of the vessel being driven by the wind and current.  Subsequently this would have left hole in the hull allowing water to fill it.
 
On 10/21/2012 the vessel was relocated b ea Tow and towed to Canyon Club Marina where it was stored in dry dock.  Once in dry dock I was able to view the damage to the hull. I observed several dents and gouges in the port side of the hull consistent with having struck submerged rock starting in the bow section and moving towards the stern. I also observed a hole in the  port side measuring approximately seven inches. An additional hole on the starboard side closer to the center Keel. The hull material in both locations was pushed inward consistent with striking a submerged object and creating a puncture. The combination of multiple punctures in the hull allowed water to enter into the hull thus causing the sinking. Information in this report is provided by the operator’s statement and damaged observed.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0114
Date: 2012-09-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: West Deptford Twp
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 phoned the Burlingon station Speaking to Tpr he stated in effect: On the previous day he was operating vessel #1 on the Delaware River.  At approximately 1530 hours while traveling (on plane) northbound just north of No Name Island and in the vicinity of Schuykill River in approximately 30 feet of water his vessel struck an unknown
waterborne object below the surface.  The collision resulted in extensive damage to the external drive unit and trim tabs.  No injuries were sustained. operator #1 was able to return to port with out further incident.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0115
Date: 2012-12-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shark River
NearestCityTown: Belmar Borough
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Commercial Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect that his boat was docked astern in transient slip #15.  He pulled out of his slip, and turned had to starboard and was heading towards the channel when the port engine stalled.  The current and wind conditions at the time moved him against the pilings for the Charter Boat Pier on his port side. As he attempted to pull away from the pilings he hit the anchor of a docked charter boat(Vessel #2) that ripped out the deck railings on his port side.  The operator of vessel #1 then departed and secured his vessel in Shark River Marina and returned to see if any damage was sustained by the impact.

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling in a westerly direction attempting to exit  Belmar Municipal Marina after departing from transient slip # 15. Operator #1 maneuvered his vessel against pilings to his south while underway.  hose pilings designate boat slips for the charter boat pier at the marina.  Vessel 1 struck the anchor of vessel #2 on its' port side when vessel #1 began to make way from the pilings.  The stock of the anchor of vessel #2 damaged the stainless steel deck railings and mounting brackets from the pot beam to port quarter of vessel #1. The bow pulpit of vessel #2 is lifted slightly where it parted from the bow on the port side. The stock of the anchor on vessel #2 is also bent.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0116
Date: 2012-12-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:18:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cheese Quake Creek Inlet
NearestCityTown: Sayreville
County: Middlesex
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Operator #1 was running vessel #1 southwest into Cheesequake Creek Inlet.  Operator #1 was navigating beneath the Rt 35 Bridge, which  was under construction, when vessel #1 struck a submerged cable which was attached to the underside of the bridge as part of support for the work deck.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0117
Date: 2012-12-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Long Branch
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel # 1 stated in effect:  We were fishing off the Shrewsbury Rocks and decided to head south towards Manasquan Inlet. We were about 1/2 to 3/4 of a mile from the shoreline traveling at about 30/31 MPH, when I felt like we hit something.  I then put the boat into neutral and turned around to see what we hit.  I saw that we hit a boat and came back to assist. 

Owner of vessel #2/victim #2 stated in effect:  We launched from Breeze Marina in Neptune, NJ.  There was a little Fog in the morning so I activated my handheld GPS.  Our first spot was Pier Village and our final spot was by the red church in Long Branch.  We anchored and proceeded to go Blackfish fishing in about 30 to 40 feet of water.  I saved the location in GPS. At the time of the accident it was clear, no fog.  We proceeded to turn off navigation lights.  There were flat seas with wins between 2 to 3 Knots.  I was looking down while fishing when I heard a loud bang.  I was knocked over the side of the boat and into the water.  I saw my cousin lying face down in a pool of water.  I got back into the boat and turned him over.  He was bleeding from the mouth and nose.  His eyes were wide open. I did not see or hear "My Surrender" (vessel #1) immediately before the collision. 

Statements of other witnesses indicated that they did not see vessel #2 prior to collision. 

The undersigned responded to the US Coast Guard Station to conduct a vessel accident investigation.  DSG Crime Scene Investigations Central, processed the scene by photographing vessels #1 and #2 .  I spoke with operator # 1 who gave a brief synopsis of what occurred, before, during and after the accident. Same was  provided in the narrative of this report.  A formal written statement was declined by operator # 1.  The undersigned requested written statements from all witnesses to the incident. 

Investigation revealed: Operator #1, a licensed US Merchant Marine officer was working for hire as a Captain aboard "No Surrender"(vessel #1). Vessel #1 s a commecial vessel that is registered in the sate of NJ. Operator of vessel #1 operated a vessel for hire , and as a result, caused a fatality of victim #1 as per Assistant Monmouth County Prosecutor.  Director of Investigations under the Federal US Coast Guard requirement o take breath and blood samples from operator #1, devised that this fatal accident will be turned over to the Coast Guard for investigation. See USCG case number  622144, CWO Casualty Ivestigations.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0118
Date: 2012-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sandy Hook Bay
NearestCityTown: Atlantic Highlands
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with Recreational Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was properly secured to the dock.  Vessel #2 was approaching the dock attempting to moor.  Operator #2 brought the vessel to neutral,  and in so doing, did not compensate for the North West wind, which, subsequently caused vessel #2 to drift directly into the wooden piling locate on dock #5. Vessel #2 bounced off the piling and struck the bow of vessel #1.  Vessel #1 sustained damage to the bow of the vessel, specifically, the secured anchor crushed the bows hull. Minor scrapes and scratches were also sustained in the metal rubrail.  Vessel #2 sustained damage to the metal rods that secure the eight foot dinghy ver the stern of the vessel. Minor scrapes and scratches were also sustained to the port stern quarter.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0119
Date: 2012-12-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Mount Arlington
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect: My two college friends and I went out on the lake one last time before the water closed due to ice.  While rowing along, a wave hit the canoe and the canoe started filling up with water. As the canoe filled with water,  we lost our balance and rolled over.  We grabbed on to the flipped canoe and drifted ashore. 


Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 capsized due occupants losing their balance, causing the occupants to fall over board.  They all grabbed onto the  flipped canoe for floatation and drifted to shore.  They were all treated for  exposure to cold water.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0120
Date: 2012-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:16:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Atlantic Highlands
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Struck by Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was heading in a north east direction in the Shrewsbury River, in the area of Buoy #2.  Vessel #2 was heading in a south east 
direction in the Shrewsbury River. As vessel #1 cleared the posted "No Wake, Slow Speed" barrel, operator  #1 accelerated the throttle.  While attempting to 
operate the vessel in a planing mode, the bow of the boat was facing upwards direction, subsequently obstructing the view of the vessels immediate path.   
Vessel #2,  which was headed in the direction of Vessel #1, continued to make way and was struck on the starboard side amidships .  Vessel #1  continued up and 
over vessel #2.  Vessel #2   capsized throwing  both occupants overboard.  Vessel #1 sustained Damage to the bow, and electrical issues .  Vessel #1 was  towed to 
Schupps Landing by the Coast guard.  Vessel #2 was capsized and fully submerged.   Tow Boat US arrived on scene and transported the rescued occupants of vessel # 2 
to Atlantic Highlands marina where Atlantic Highlands EMS was waiting.  Operator 2 was transported via Atlantic Highlands  EMS to Jersey Shore Medical Center here he was treated for his injure.  Victim #2  was transported by NJSP North Star to Jerse Shore Medical Center where she was treated for her injuries. 

Based on the operators', witnesses' and vctims statements, as well the on scene investigation, it is determined that due to inexperience of operator #2, same failed to take
any action to avoid a collision, rule 8 of the navigation rules, subsequently getting struck by vessel #1.  As Pre Rule 15 crossing situation, o the Navigation Rules of Inland Waters, operator #2 failed to give way from vessel #2 on it's starboard side.  As per Rule #5 of the Navigation  Rules for Inland Waters, operator #1 failed to maintain a proper
lookout  and observe Vessel #2 , subsequently striking the vessel.
 
 
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BARDID: NJ-2012-0121
Date: 2012-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:47:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated in effect:  We were out in the ocean and came back and floated in front of Barnegat Light House for a few minutes.  I then started to head home and took the cut across from Barnegat Light Hose.  All of a sudden the bow of the PWC went nose down and launched both of us off the PWC. 

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling west bound in Barnegat Inlet, Barnegat Light Boro, NJ. . The operator for an unknown reason lost control of  vessel #1 in a westerly direction which caused the operator and passenger to slide forward and make impact with  the pwc causing their injuries.  Operator #1 sustained an injury to his left leg.  Victim #2 sustained a fractured left ankle.   It should be noted that both parties transported themselves to the emergency room.
 
 Operator #1 upon seeing the accident report disputed some of the information contained in it.  He stated that he did not ground the vessel and the statement listed is not correct.   He also stated that the diagram was not right either. The investigating Trooper agreed that he did not see the vessel but maintains the operators statement was recorded correctly and the diagram was accurate.  
 
The operators written statement indicates that he went to the right of the red buoy and the vessel was struck by a small wave causing  he and his passenger to be thrown off.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0124
Date: 2012-10-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shark River Inlet
NearestCityTown: Avon By The Sea
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:   At the listed date and time, I was flagged down by several bystanders who were reporting that there was a child swimming in the Shark River Inlet.  Note,  this incident took place during the early stages of Hurricane Sandy when the waters of Shark River Inlet were already too rough for recreational use.  I responded to the Ocean Avenue Bridge and observed one subject on a Jet Ski and another subject swimming in the water near the Shark River Coast Guard Station.  As I began calling the incident to Southcom,  they were receiving phone calls at the same time and had already dispatched the First Aid Squad  and Water rescue Teams.  After relaying the proper location of the subjects,  multiple Police, First Aid and water Rescue units flooded the area.  The subject in the water was eventually pulled out of the water o to the Coast Guard docks by Chief.  He is listed as injured #1. Injured  1 stated that the person on the Jet Ski was his father.  He was then escorted to  an awaiting ambulance to receive first aid for a head injury that he sustained, sometime during his time in the water.  A few moments later operator # 1 was able to pull the jet ski up to the previously mentioned floating dock.  He Stated that he thought it would be fun to take his son jet skiing during the storm.  he stated that when they got to the mouth of Shark River inlet, he did not expect the water to be quite as rough as it was, and they were overtaken by a wave which knocked the son off the ski. 

Complaints were signed against  operator  #1  for 2C:3-12 (disorderly conduct - creating a hazardous r hysically dangerous condition by any act that serves no legitimate pupose of the actor.) and 2C:33-12  Maintaining a Nuisance.
 
This accident was not investigated as an accident. The information is there fore incomplete.


BARDID: NJ-2012-0125
Date: 2012-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:14:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person Departed Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Owner stated:  My daughter was operating my vessel.  She was heading west bound in Barnegat Bay.  The waves were very rough and started to swamp the boat.  I arrived on my other boat and got all four the occupants from the boat off of it and onto my vessel.  I was attempting to put it in stern tow when a couple of big waves came and capsized the boat.
 
Investigation Revealed : operator was heading west bound in Barnegat Bay .  There was a strong southeast wind causing the vessel to take on some water.  Owner #1 arrived on scene and was able to get all the occupants off of vessel #1 and onto his vessel. Owner #1 was attempting to put the vessel in a stern tow when the vessel took on two big waves.  Due to the amount of water vessel #1 had take on,  the  vessel capsized.  No one was on board the vessel when it capsized.  Tow Boat US arrived on scene,  but was unable to right The vessel due to strong winds and rough seas. Tow Boat towed the vessel to Tides End Marina in Lacey Twp where they were able to right the vessel.  Vessel #1 sustained major damage to the
canopy top and water damage .


BARDID: NJ-2012-1004
Date: 2012-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:32:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Meadow Lake
NearestCityTown: New Hanover
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Fort Dix was notified by a nearby fishmerman of an empty grounded boat with the engine still running, partly filled with water.  The seat was pulled out of its base.A pickup truck was found nearby.  Report indicated that the victim had a lot of medical issues and that he had been out since 3pm.


BARDID: NJ-2012-1022
Date: 2012-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware Bay
WaterConditions: choppy
Wind: moderate
Visibility: unkn
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
MISLE report indicated a 65-yo man capsized his kayak. When he was recovered, his body temp was down to 94.6. he was taken to the hospital. His kayak was not recovered.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0001
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-02-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:14:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hudson River
NearestCityTown: Weehawken
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #5 stated he observed smoke from vessel # 1 at approximately 07:14 AM and vessel #1 was completely consumed by flames 07:18 AM. Nothing suspicious to report. 
Statement confirmed by  security camera on vessel #5.
 
Witness #1 (Dock Master) Had nothing to report. 
 
On 02/20/2013 detailed to Lincoln Harbor Yacht Club , Weehawkin TWP,  Hudson County,  reference a multiple vessel fire at "D" dock that occurred on 02/18/2013.  Apparently the
fire originated on vessel #1 in slip D 19,  completely consumed by flames  resulting in severe fire damage and sinking. The fire spread to vessel #2 in slip 21 D,  simular damage as 
vessel #1. The fire continued to vessel #3 in slip D23, engulfed by flames resulting in severe fire damage but did not sink.  Vessel #4 in slip D17 and vessel #5 in slip D15 sustained
some radiant heat damage, including cracked windows and melted vinyl covers. Lincoln Harbor Yacht Club's "D" dock sustained severe fire  damage between slips D 19 and D 21.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0002
Date: 2013-01-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect:  Bad things happened.
 
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling in a westerly direction and struck vessel #2 repeatedly, Subsequently causing vessel #2 to sink.  Vessel #2 was secured to the Raccoon Island Ferry Dock at the time of collision and was not occupied.
 
Prior to receiving notification of the collision, Jefferson Township  PD had already placed operator #1 under arrest for boating under he influence.  Sgt  and I responded to Jefferson Twp Police Department in order to interview Operator #1 about the accident.  It was apparent that he was heavily intoxicated and incoherent.  Other than his statement 
as to the cause of the collision, the rest of his statements were unintelligible.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0003
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-02-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:35:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Branch Port Creek
NearestCityTown: Long Branch
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Witness # 1 Stated in effect: I heard a crackling sound and went outside my boat to see what it was.  On one or two of the middle boats I saw flames, I called 911 and then tried to get a 
hose but it was too late. 

At 03:30 hours Monmouth County Dispatch advised 10 Comm of 5 vessels in the water on fire in the water.  Upon arrival, by the Long Branch the fire had already been extinguished 
by the Long Branch Fire Dept.  I observed the fire had involved 6 vessels and five of the vessels had been totally consumed and sunk, while one vessel was heavily damaged by 
fire but still afloat.  A large portion of "A" Dock was severely damaged from the fire.  The Following assets were already on scene, Long Branch PD, Long Branch FD  and the NJ 
State Police Arson/Bomb Unit.  Additional assets that were deployed and arrived on scene were the Coast Guard Pollution Response Unit, NJ DEP  notified Miller Marine for 
environmental clean p and disposal services.
Inveastigation revealed : The fire started on dock "A" and it is unknown at this time weather the fire started on one of the vessels or on dock "A" itself.  he fire ignited and consumed
6 vessels of which 5 were sunk.  The preliminary indication from the Arson/Bomb unit is that the fire was electrical in nature, and not suspicious The exact cause to be determined  
at a later date.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0004
Date: 2013-03-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Roxbury
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated to the effect: "I was just about to come up on plain and hit something under the water." 

Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling in a northerly direction at a no wake speed. Operator #1 applied more throttle to achieve plane, at which time vessel #1 struck 
an unknown submerged object.  The impact damaged the outboard motor skeg and the propeller.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0005
Date: 2013-04-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Round Valley Reservoir
NearestCityTown: Clinton Twp
County: Hunterdon
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
04/01/2013
 
State Police Perryville Station requested the assistance of the Marine Services Bureau in locating a missing person on Round Valley Reservoir as a result of a one vessel accident.  The vessel , list as vessel #1, was found swamped  east of the North Dam approximately  120 yards from shore , while still at anchor during forecasted high winds.  The owner was missing and the surface of the water was covered with debris from the vessel.  The individual was apparently fishing at anchor when the canoe succumbed o the waves from the high wind conditions.
 
Witnesses, working at the North Dam Tower reported seeing the canoe become swamped and observed  an individual in the water.  They lost sight of the victim and they did not see anyone exit the reservoir on the near windswept shoreline.
 
State Police Perryville Station  secured the canoe and its' contents on the shore near Old Mountain Rd, East of the North Dam.  An Immediate aerial search, surface search, shoreline search ad side scan underwater search were all negative.
 
Investigation revealed a vehicle and canoe trailer parked in the parking lot at the main Round Valley public boat ramp.  The victims mother and girlfriend were contacted via telephone.  They advised he was not believed to be fishing with anyone else.  He was known to fish by himself and at different locations.  Girlfriend advised he left their residence at approximately 0500 hours.  She provided photo  ID  and physical description including tattoos for the victim.
 
A continuation of the search  with side scan underwater detection and T.E.A.M.S North resulted in the recovery of a deceased male (later identified as victim #1).  The victim was found to be wearing hip waders and was submerged in the water(approximately 7 feet deep and 100 feet from the anchored canoe.  he victim was not wearing a PFD.
 
Hunterdon County Medical Examiner's Office Investigator responded and removed the body to Hunterdon  Medical Center for a schedued morning post-mortem  Examination.
 
Tuesday -4/02/2013
Post-mortem exam revealed nothing suspicious and death to be accidental. The cause of death was determined to be asphyxiation as a result of drowning. Toxicology  results pending.
 
Investigation revealed: Accidental drownin due to falling overboard.  The victim was not wearing  a PFD and had hip waders on when he entered the water.  The waders were suspected of filling with water and pulling the victim under, making swimming almost impossible.  here was no apparent damage to the canoe.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0006
Date: 2013-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware Bay
NearestCityTown: Greenwich Twp
County: Cumberland
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated" I was heading into the dock and waves started coming over the transom.  I anchored up and it continued to take on water.  We put on our life jackets when the boat started to sink."
 
Victim #2 stated: "We were anchored and water started coming in, we put on our life jackets and it sunk"
 
Investigation revealed that vessel #1 was traveling south on Delaware Bay towards the Cohansey River.  Due to high winds and swift current the vessel started taking on water over the transom.  The operator anchored the vessel.  Water continued to overtake the vessel until it sank. A mayday call was put out on Channel 16.  Vessels from the Coast Guard were dispatched to the scene  and Atlantic City Station was notified.  State Police vessel 8299 was detailed to security at the Salem Nuclear Power was advised of the same.

Unit 8299 responded and pulled the victims from the water. The victims were turned over to Upper Deerfield EMTs. The victims were treated or Hypothermia and refused transport or further treatment.  It should be noted that on his way home operator #1 was unable to feel his feet and went to his physician for further treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0007
Date: 2013-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Spruce Run State Park Pond
NearestCityTown: Clinton Twb
County: Hunterdon
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Victim #1's wife contacted  the Somerville PD on May 15th at 2114 hrs to report victim missing and had told her he was going fishing in Spruce Run State Park.  At 2245 hrs Sgt entered subject in the NCIC as a missing person and then contacted NJ Fish and wildlife and spoke to Officer.   

Officer located Victim's truck, a white Ram 1500 van in a parking lot on Spruce Run State Park Property.  Officer continued his search in that vicinity and located some of Victim's personal effects on the bank of Spruce Run State Park Pond.  He then contacted NJSP Perryville Station and advised what he found. 
NJSP Perryville Station called in other State Police assets to assist in the search for Victim #1. Upon the arrival, I observed A State Police Helicopter hovering over the pond searching for victim #1.  The Kayak was located upright across the pond from where his personal Effects were found.  His paddle was located in the middle of the pond. 

At approximately 0930 Hrs a search using a Fish and Wild Life vessel and sonar equipment was started.  While searching the Spruce Run Pond, I noticed a great deal of vegetation  and no current in the water. After a pass in the general location where the paddle was last spotted, I noticed what looked like a fishing license under the water. 
We circled around trying to get a good look and discovered that we found Victim.  The body was recovered by the N. J. S. P. T.E.A.M.S divers.  Victim was fully clothed and not wearing a PFD.  The Water depth where he was found was approximately six feet. Hunterdon County Medical Examiners office responded an made the pronouncement at1347 hours on 05/16/2013. 

Victim Kayak was recovered. I noticed there was some water in the vessel and there was a type  III PFD behind the small seat in the cockpit. 

It cannot be determined how Victim entered the water.  There were no witnesses and no damage to the kayak. 

 
Death certificate dated 0/22/13 lists  cause of death as acute asphyxia due to drowning and manner of death: accidental.
Toxicology report was negative for drugs or alcohol.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0008
Date: 2013-05-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Waackaack Creek
NearestCityTown: Keansburg
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals:  Vessel # 1 was underway and heading west on Waackaack Creek.  Vessel # 2 was docked at the slip and was unoccupied.  Operator #1 could not control his vessel coming into a narrow due to the strong current and sideswiped vessel #2's engine with the port rear side of his vessel.  Operator of vessel #1 was at fault due to operator error.
The investigator did observe the strong current which contributed to this accident .


BARDID: NJ-2013-0009
Date: 2013-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:37:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated:  " I was attemptingto dock the boat for fuel when the current got me.  I tried to turn but was unable to avoid hitting the other boat."
 
Witness # 1 Stated:  "I was fueling the vessel along the port side, when I observed the other vessel attempting to dock. He came around twice and had to abort both time due to the strong current.  On the third attempt, he got to close and ended up striking my vessel."
 
Investigation revealed:  Operator #1 was attempting to doc his vessel at the Barnegat Light Marina, when for unknown reasons, he struck vessel #2.  Impact occurred when vessel #1 struck vessel #2 with it's bow pulpit. 
 
Operator of vessel #1 was issued a summons for not having a Boating Safety certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0010
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Morris Canal
NearestCityTown: Jersey City
County: Hudson
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1:  When I asked operator #1 for a statement about the accident, he replied, "what accident?"
 
Witness #1 stated: " I saw the guy that hit boat going in and out of the slips and then he backed out of one of the slips and struck a boat "
 
 
Investigation reveals:  Operator #1 was operating vessel #1 in the waters on the Morris. While operator #1 was maneuvering into a slip in Liberty Harbor Marina, he failed to observe vessel #2  which was docked on the t-head of dock row C in the Hudson Point Marina, adjacent t Liberty Harbor Marina. Operator #1 reversed vessel #1 and struck vessel #2 with the port stern platform.  An unidentified Female on board vessel #2 left the scene prior to m arrival.  When operator #1 was asked to identify her, he replied, "absolutely not."
 
Jersey City PD issued summonses to operator #1 for operating under the influence, failure to submit breath Samples and simple assault.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0013
Date: 2013-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated: " we were cruising up the side.  I did see the dredge pipe, but I did not realize that it went across the entire channel.  I hit the pipe and the boat stopped.  I had no power.  I quickly opened the engine hatch and the engine compartment was filled with water.  I flagged down a passing boater, who quickly came over and let us onto his boat.  He then took us to the boat ramp and left the scene.
 
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling south bound in the ICW.  Operator #1 changed direction and departed the channel of to the starboard side.  Vessel #1 struck a partial submerged dredge pipe which was located just southwest of  ICW marker #266.  Vessel #1 lost power due to the fact that the outdrive became detached from the transom of the vessel after impact.  The hull of the vessel filled with water and the vessel sank to the bottom of the waterway.  Due to shallow water vessel #1 did not sink completely below the surface.  Operator 1 and victim # 2 were exposed to the cold water as the vessel filled and settled to the bottom.  Operator #1 was issued a summons for careless operation. It should be noted that the dredge pip was not located in the channel of the ICW.  It was located outside the channel on the west side.  The dredge pipe had several Orange buoys attached to it to alert oncoming boaters of it's location.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0014
Date: 2013-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navesink River
NearestCityTown: Red Bank
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  The vessel was docked at slip #720 with no one aboard.  The fire ignited inside the cabin on the left side where the ship to shore electrical housing existed.  The preliminary indication from the Fire Marshall, that it didn't appear to be suspicious in nature and could possibly be electrical in nature since he fire started in close proximity to the shore power was located.  The owner stated that he had the shore power connected to the vessel but nothing was running.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0015
Date: 2013-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Middletown
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel # 1 was heading northward in False Hook Channel while engaged in commercial clamming with it's gear activated and displaying the proper day shapes indicating the same when vessel #2 drifted into vessel #1.  Vessel #2's port side bow rub rail made contact with vessel #1 port side causing damage to vessel #2's rub rail.  White paint transfer was observed on the port bow side of vessel #1's hull.  Red paint transfer was observed on the port stern side of vessel #2.  Vessel #1 sustained no damage as a result of the collision. 

Based on operators, witnesses statements and on scene/follow up investigation, i determined that both operators failed to maintain a proper lookout(Rule #5), both operators failed to take action to avoid   collision(rule #8), an operator #2 failed to keep out of the ay of a vessel engaged in fishing(rule #18).


BARDID: NJ-2013-0016
Date: 2013-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:20:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mullica River
NearestCityTown: Washington Twp
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel # 1 was transiting north bound on the east side of Hog Island.  After leaving the preferred main channel, vessel #1 struck a submerged object. The impact took place 500 Yds north of green can buoy # 19. As a result of the impact vessel #1's out drive separated from the vessel, causing same to take on water and become submerged on the bottom.  The vessel was submerged in about 2 feet of water, with an incoming tide.  Most of the passengers were removed by a good samaritan, using a PWC. They were transported to Hay road landing. Sea Tow was called at the operators request.  Refloated and removed to Chestnut Neck Boat Yard.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0017
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:47:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Sea Bright
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Vessel damaged by bridge openi
RedactedNarrative:
While operating on the Shrewsbury River , in the area of the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge, vessel #1 became disabled, subsequently drifting south with the inbound current.  As the vessel approached the bridge, operator #1 was able to use the bow thrusters and secured a line to the north east bridge abutment.  Unaware the vessel was secured under the counterweights, the bridge tender stated the scheduled bridge opening.  The Rumson Sea Bright Bridge is a Bascule Bridge, therefore while the opening was in operation, the counterweight of the raised eastern leaf subsequently lowered onto Vessel #1, striking the top of the cabin. The initial impact caused the vessel to start capsizing, and subsequently began taking water over the port side.  The Rumson- Sea Bright Bridge tenders were immediately made aware of the situation, and stopped the bridge opening. Vessel #1 was freed from the bridge and Towed to Carriage House Marina. There was no damage to the bridge. 

The mechanical failure on vessel #1 was a hydraulic fluid line failed causing a loss of steering.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0018
Date: 2013-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan River
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect: "I was attempting to dock at Dock and Dine.  Wind and current blew starboard side of boat into the anchor of the boat docked at the River Rock."
 
Investigation reveals that the primary cause of the accident as the influence of the wind and current had on vessel #1 while attempting to dock in close quarters causing the starboard side of vessel #1 to get pushed against the anchor of vessel #2, that was located on the bow sprite of vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0019
Date: 2013-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Forked River
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Later on this evening, at approximately 10:30 PM I heard a vessel approaching at a high rate of speed.  The vessel was heading in an easterly direction, and up on full plane. I yelled at the operator to slow down.  The operator slowed to a halt, then came about.  The vessel approached my location and I discovered it was son again. The operator positioned his vessel facing toward the dock.  The operator punched the throttle, and the boat lounged towards the bulkhead. The vessel struck the bulkhead causing a loud bang.  The operator turned the vessel about and fled Eastward towards the bay.  
 
Investigation Revealed:  Operator #1 was operating vessel #1 within the Forked River when for unknown reasons, he struck the bulkhead.  Vessel #1 struck a piling with its port bow. Vessel #1 deflected to the right subsequently striking a second piling with it's bow o the center line. An inspection of the bow revealed extensive bow damage. The fiberglass had been crushed inward on the port bow and along the center line.  It was learned the operator hid the vessel near his residence.  It was recovered and dry docked in his fathers construction yard.
 
Operator # was issued summons for reckless operation,  for speed wash and wake and summons failure to produce Boating Safety Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0022
Date: 2013-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:33:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oyster Creek Channel
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light Boro
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was attempting to enter High Bar Harbor Channel, when he steered to the right of the red entrance buoy , and struck a sand bar with in Oyster Creek. Vessel #1 struck the sand bar with the forward portion of the hull.  Victim #1 was thrown forward through the companion way door and ended up on the cabin floor. She was treated for a broken left hand pinky finger and pain from bruising right and left sides.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0023
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:14:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling south in Barnegat Bay in the area of Forked River.  The passenger was seated in front of the operator. Operator #1 observed water in the boat and reduced throttle to idle. Operator # 1 and passenger #1 donned PFDs. The vessel continued to take on water and capsized.  Operator and passenger both entered the water and were rescued by a passing vessel.  
 
Sea tow was contacted and while attempting to recover the vessel the captain observed a crack in the hull.  It appears that a small rack had expanded possibly due to choppy conditions causing the vessel to tae on water.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0024
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oswego River
NearestCityTown: Bass River
County: Burlington
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Victim #1 and witness #1 were on a Kayak trip that originated at Oswego Lake and was scheduled to terminate at Harrisville Pond.  The two bodies of water are connected by the Oswego River. Victim #1 had rented his kayak from Mikes Canoe and Kayak Rental , who also provided transportation to Oswego Lake.Vessel #1 is a 9 foot long plastic sit-in Kayak.Witness # 1 provided his own kayak.  Recent heavy rains created strong current in the river with poor water visibility.  Both men departed Oswego Lake at approximately 1100 Hrs and were to be picked up at 1430 hrs at Harrisville Pond.  Witness #1 stated that victim #1 was an inexperienced kayaker and having some difficulty with the strong current.
 
Both men were kayaking together for over an hour.  While navigating a bend in the river, they observed a large tree had fallen from the East bank and stretched across the River.   The top of the tree appeared to have been removed by a Chain saw, providing a small passage long the west side of the river.  Victim #1 tried to maneuver toward the opening and was pushed into the tree by the current.  Victim #1 and vessel #1 were pushed under the tree by the strong current and became stuck in the submerged branches of the tree.  Witness #1 attempted to rescue victim #1.  Two other kayakers arrived and assisted.  Witness #1 stated that he was feeling under the tree and eventually felt the foot of victim #1.  The three pulled the victim until he surfaced, still wearing his PFD. They were unable to bring him to shore.  He was placed on top of the tree.  Victim #1 as not breathing and did not appear to have a pulse.  CPR was initiated, and 911 called.  Another group of kayakers (off duty fireman) arrived on scene and began to assist. Victim #1 was moved to shore and resuscitation attempts continued.  Victim was placed in a canoe and transported to waiting First Aid units.  Victim was pronounced dead at the scene.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0025
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ludlum Bay
NearestCityTown: Sea Isle City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 Stated in effect: I was driving around the rental zone and started to turn left a little bit.  I hit a small wave and turned left much harder than I expected.  While I was doing this the other ski hit me from behind.

Operator #2 stated: " I was racing with a girl that was next to me.  I saw operator1 turning at the last second and could not avoid hitting him.  I got launched up into the air then came down into the Water."

Witness #1 stated  that vessel #1 was ramped up, and ran over vessel #2 . The angle of impact was approximately 50 degrees from bact to front and caused Vessel #1 to go up and over vessel #2.


Investigation revealed:  Both PWCs were traveling in the Rental Zone with the appropriate number of of observers to renters.   During this time vessel #1 was in an overtaking position and was attempting to pass vessel #2.  I identified vessel #1 to be the give way vessel and vessel #2 to be the stand on vessel.  During this maneuver vessel #1 struck the port midship of vessel #2 causing scratches and fiberglass damage. Operator #1 was found to be at fault for the collision by failing to take action to avoid a collision.  No summons was issued at the request of  Father of operator #2.  
Further investigation revealed that the Rental Agency failed to keep proper records reference rental agreements and failed to give the proper operators instruction as required by law.  Summons SPA was issued charging violation of 13:64-3.1.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0026
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:39:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Witness #1 stated that he rented vessel #1 to witness #2 for the purpose of fishing.  He further stated that he gave instructions not to be used for transportation to Champagne Island. W#1, while checking the locations of the marina's rental boats observed vessel #1 beached on Champagne Island with only the stern of the vessel and mot0r in the water.
W#1 stated that due to heavy vessel traffic in the area the stern and motor were bouncing in the sand.
 Witness #2 stated to the effect  he beached vessel #1 on Champagne Island and walked the islan with his party.  He than observed someone towing the rental boat away from the location. W#2 alsostated that he observed the vessel " leaning to the left side" prior to renting and thought the boat was loaded heavily on that side.

Investigation revealed: W2 rented vessel #1 from Grassy Sound Marina.  Witness #2 operated the vessel to Hereford Inlet and subsequently beached vessel #1 on Champagne Island. Upon beaching the vessel, all occupants departed V#1.  Due to choppy conditions and heavy vessel traffic in the area, and the position of vessel #1, caused the stern of the vessel to move upward anddownward with the wave action.  This caused the stern of vessel #1 to come in contact with the hard sandy bottom , causing a crack in the stern weld of the port-side pontoon.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0027
Date: 2013-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:51:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Corson's Inlet
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
investigation revealed that vessel #1 was traveling southbound in Corson's Inlet while towing victim #1 on a wake board.  Victim #1 attempted to jump a vessel wake and upon landing lost control of the board causing it forcibly rotate, twisting both of the victims ankles. The operator and observer returned to victim #1 and realized that he was injured.
They helped him onto the vessel and transported to Corson"s Inlet State Park ramp and contacted EMS.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0028
Date: 2013-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:02:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Inter Coastal Water Way
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals:  Operator #1 was operating V#1 North Bound in the Intercoastal Water Way past Shawcrest Marina.  Operator #1 operated V#1 in  a manner causing wake while transiting a marked "Slow Speed No Wake Zone".  The wake from vessel #1 was significant enough to push vessel #2 into its mooring breaking a strip of wood off the swim platform and cracking a spray chine on the port side of the vessel.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0029
Date: 2013-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:05:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape May Harbor
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Owner #1 stated that he and his wife were sleeping when they were awoken by the smell of burning wire. When the owner #1 opened the hatch to the engine compatrment, the
compartment was engulfed in flames. Owner #1 then grabbed a fire extinguisher and used it on the fire. He used two more extinguishers to put the fire out.

Investigation revealed: Operator #1 and passenger #1 were sleeping aboard vessel #1 when they were awoken by the smell of an electrical fire.  Upon checking the engine compartment, Owner #1 discovered flames and successfully extinguished the fire by using three portable B2 portable fire extinguishers.

Inspection of the electrical system revealed that the battery selector switch and associated wiring were melted. The open cell batteries connected to the switch, appeared to have been heated, as the battery covers were off and there were several cracks in the top of the batteries.  The battery charger,battery isolatorand the associated wiring were also burned to a point of being unrecognizable. Shore power was connected at the time of the fire by a 30 amp-110 service. Additionally, there was a portable airconditioning unit plugged into a 110v outlet prior to the start of the fire. The owner stated that the battery charger was off while connected to the shore power. A check of the ship service pannel revealed that the battery charger switch was in the off position. It also appeared that the battery selector switches were in the off position. With the evidence present at the time of the incident, this investigator was unable to determine the exact cause of the other than it was electrical in nature.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0030
Date: 2013-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shrewsbury River
NearestCityTown: Rumson
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that during an out bound tide, as he was waiting for the Sea Bright - Rumson Bridge to open, vessel #1 struck a submerged object approximately twenty five feet fromthe bulkhead on the west side of the Shrewsbury River as the vessel was swung around in a clockwise direction facing the bridge. Operator #1 felt a thud towards the stern of the vessel. Vessel # 1 then came to an abrupt stop and stalled. Vessel #1 became freed : however, once started and operating significant vibrations through out the vessel.

A search of the area using side scan sonar was negative.

Investigation revealed that low tide occurred on the Shrewsbury River at 0833 hrs. Although it is inconclusive, it is reasonable to suggest that upon Vessel #1 moving over towards the west side of the river and out of the channel where the water is more shallow, Vessel #1 made contact with the river bottom.  It is possible that vessel #1 struck a submerged 
object that has since moved with the tides.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0031
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:19:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Greenwood Lake
NearestCityTown: West Milford
County: Passaic
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling in an unknown direction.  Operator #1 made an erratic turn to port, consequently operator #1 and Victim #1 were both ejected from the vessel. Upon entry into the water the heads of victim #1 and Operator #1 made contact, causing minor injury to victim #1.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0032
Date: 2013-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Hopatcong
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect: My nephew was standing on the bow of the boat when we were pulling into the slip. The boat stalled and he put his leg infront of the bowso the boat would not get damaged from hitting the bulkhead.

Investigation  revealed:  Vessel #1 stalled while pulling into a bot slip at tiny's Tavern . At that time the victim proceeded to place his right leg out in front of the bow of vessel #1 to
protect same from any possible damage incurred upon impact. This resulted in a fractured ankle.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0033
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:12:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manahawkin Bay
NearestCityTown: Stafford Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Both operators had rented a PWC from Rt 72 Waverunner Rentals. After receiving proper instructions on riding safety and reading the PWC renter orientation checklist, they departed the rental property on thier PWCs and headed directly to the designated riding area. Approximately 40 minutes later, vessel #1, located west of vessel #2, traveled in an easterly direction toward vessel #2. Vessel #2, located west of vessel #1, traveled in a western direction toward vessel #1. Both vessels traveled toward each other head to head or nearly so. Vessel #2 turned to port (left) and in front of vessel #1. Vessel #1 began a port  side turn then collided into vessel #2.  Vessel #1 initially impacted its starboard bow with vessel #2 starboard bottom hull. Both vessels maintained contact with each other on thier starboard sides while moving away from each other in opposite directions. Both operators were ejected from thier vessels during impact.

Investigation determined through operator and witness statements, inspection of the two PWC involved,and weather at the time of the accident that operator #2, when meeting head on(reciprocal course or nearly so as to involve the risk of collision with vessel #1, failed to alter his course to starboard so that each vessel would pass on the port side of each other.  Additionally both operators failed to proceed at a safe speed so that proper and effective action could have been taken to avoid a collision.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0034
Date: 2013-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Mt. Arlington Borough
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentEvent1: Other
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
OtherAccidentEvent: vessel destruction
RedactedNarrative:
Witness #1 stated: A Donzi passed me and as it was making a right turn the upper half of the hull split from the rest of the boat.

Operator # 1 stated : I left my dock and went over towards Kings Cove. I was doing about 25 MPH and took a right turn and that is the last I remember.

Investigation revealed :  Operator #1 was operating Vessel #1 in the waters of Lake Hopatcong. Operator #1 was negotiating a turn to starboard approximately 100 yds from Bertrand Island, prior to Kings Cove, when for unknown reasons the vessel fragmented and the deck seperated from the hull.  The vessel stopped abruptly causing operator #1 to fall and injure his ribs, and victim #2 to be ejected, injuring her shoulder on the deck.  Subsequently thehull and deck of vessel Sank.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0035
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Toms River
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Unknown
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated: " I was heading out of the Toms River.  I was going slow because I saw all the flashing blue lights.  Then I saw a boat come up on my right side and it amde a huge wake. The wake went over the front of the boat, the boat flipped over, and we went under." 

Investigation revealed:  Vessel # 1 was outbound from the Toms River and transiting east in the center of the waterway, when it capsized due to a wake created by an unknown passing vessel. All seven persons on board were rescued by State Police and transported to Island Hgts Yacht Club


BARDID: NJ-2013-0036
Date: 2013-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Ocean
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was changing direction, attempting to turn to starboard within the lagoon, when due to unsafe speed, operator #1 was unable to safely conduct the maneuver, and struck vessel #2's starboard side, damaging vessel #2's bow rail and hull rubrail.  As a result of the impact, vessel #2 first struck the bulkhead aft, crushing the port side of the swim platform and the struck a piling on it"s port side goughing the port side hull.  Vessel #2's impact with the piling pushed it over into vessel #3 damaging vessel #3's aft portside rubrail and hull. Vessel #3 then struck a piling on it"s starboard side causing damage to the starboard aft.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0037
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Both Operators had rented PWCs from Route 37 Watersports. Both had signed an acknowledgement that they were provided with safety instruction and understood the operation of the equipment.  Operator #1 stated that this was the first time he had operated a PWC.. Operator #2 stated that he had operated PWCs about 5 times.  Operator #2 was in the confines of the rental zone traveling south west at idle speed towards the beachlocated just north of State Hwy 37 bridge. Operator #1 was heading in a southerly direction behind vessel #2  and then turned to starboard in the direction of vessel #2.  

Operator #1 stated that he tried turn and bring his craft to a stop to avoid a collision with vessel #2 but kept going toward it.  The starboard bow and Keel collided with the rear portion of the portside rideplate of vessel #2.  The operator of vessel #2 was ejected as a result but not injured.

Investigation determined that operator #1 was inexperienced operating PWCs and unfamiluare with how a jet drive maneuvers and stops. Operator #1 failed to proceed at a safe speed and take effective actionto stop in time  and take effective actionto avoid colliding bwith vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0038
Date: 2013-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:21:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Shark River Inlet
NearestCityTown: Belmar
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was under power crusing west in Shark River when the same struck the underside of the Rt 35 bridge.  As the vessel passed under the bridge the mast struc and became stuck between the concrete beams.  This in turn caused the vessel to become wedged underneath the bridge.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0039
Date: 2013-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little Egg Harbor
NearestCityTown: Ship Bottom
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 and vessel #2 were in a south west direction toward Little Egg harbor. Vessel #2 had an apparent mechanicle malfunction and the operator slowed down to a stop in an attempt to diagnose the problem.  Vessel operator #1 was unaware of vessel #2's actions and he collided into the stern of vessel #2.  The PWC then struck operator #1 causing him to fall into the water.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0040
Date: 2013-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mohawk
NearestCityTown: Sparta Twp
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: None
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Operator #1 was operating vessel #1 , with his son victim #1 in tow, just north of Manitou Island on Lake Mohawk. At some point, victim #1 found himself wakeboarding alongside a wake and attempted to jump back to the other side. Subsequently he was unsuccessful and fell off his wakeboard.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0041
Date: 2013-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Silver Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals: Victim #1 was operating vessel #1 in a southern direction on Silver Bay. While traveling approximately 30 - 35 MPH, The vessel struck a wave and victim #1 was ejected.  When he landed in the water, the victim struck his head, causing disorentation and suffered a lowert left leg injury. The victim was able to mount the PWC , and drive to his weekend residence,  approximately 2 miles from the Accident Scene.
The victim suffered a broken left Tibia and Fibia .


BARDID: NJ-2013-0042
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:27:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Upland Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Somers Point
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals:  Vessel # 1 was transiting in a South East Direction in Upland Thorofare. Operator #1 powered down approximately 300 Ft from where Upland thorofare intersects with the ICW at marker 295. Vessel #2 was also transitting in a South East direction in Upland Thorofare.  Operator #2 let off the throttle attempting to come alongside vessel #1 on it"s starboard Side. As a result of letting off the throttle, Operator #2 no longer had thrust to negotiate a turning maneuver, resulting in a collision.  Vessel #2 impacted vessel #1, riding up on top of vessel #1's starboard side, striking Operator#1 right hand.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0043
Date: 2013-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated " we took a slow ride south toward Sea Isle, then turned around to come back. After we passed ICW marker #273 on our way back, I backed the engine to about 1000 RPM so we could prepare the boat for docking. Due to the amount of traffic, I moved over to the east side of the channel to let other boats pass. At that point subject stood up to prepair lines and fenders for docking.  While still in the channel and traveling about 8 MPH the boat came to an violent stop, like we hit a brick wall. I realized we had hit a submerged, unmarked dredge pipe.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0044
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:24:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Peck Bay
NearestCityTown: Upper Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Ignition of Spilled Fuel or Vapor
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was moored at All Seasons Marina fuel dock. The vessel owner inadvertently pumped fuel into the Starboard Fishing rod holder. It should be noted that the fuel fill is on the Starboard side. At the time of the incident two Juveniles were located on the bow of the vessel, three adults were located in the rear of the vessel and the owner was stepping off the dock onto the starboard gunnel. when the vessel operator started the motor, fuel vapors were ignited starting a fire in the forward cabin.
The fire spread through out the boat.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0045
Date: 2013-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:13:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: ICW
NearestCityTown: Margate City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated: " I was crusing along when all of a sudden I saw black smoke coming out of the engine compartment."

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling south in the Intercoastal Waterway at marker #225, when a fire started in the engine compartment. Operator #1 and listed passengers observed dark black smoke coming from the engine compartment with visable flames. Operator #1 deployed his anchor and a passing boater assisted with removing operator #1 and his passengers. Margate fire dept, USCG, Longport fire Dept.(Fire Boat) and sea tow arrived on scene. Longport Fire boat quickly extinguished the fire.  I observed burnt electrical wires and smoke damage to the engine compartment.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0046
Date: 2013-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:53:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was in the rental zone driving the Ski. Operator #1 stated that he saw the boat coming from left to right in which he just struck same.

Operator #2 stated that he was coming from Somers Point , heading home.  Operator #2 stated that a girl operating a Ski flew by him first, nearly hitting him.  After that operator #2 stated that he slowed down and checked his surroundings.  He saw a ski coming at him at a high rate of speed.  He stated he observed the operator not paying attention, specifically by having his having his head turned to the right looking behind him.  At this time he sounded his air horn several times. Then the Ski just ran into him.

Investigation Revealed: That vessel #1 was being operated within a PWC rental zone. Vessel #2 was traveling south bound from Somers Point to Ocean City. Vessel #2 then entered the PWC rental zone. Due to operator #1's inattention to other vessels on the waterway, vessel #1 struck vessel #2 on the starboard side. Operator #1 was issued a summons  for 12:7-76  careless operation.
Due to the impact of vessel #1 striking Vessel #2, the operator #1 was ejected off the ski into the water.  Subject was the first to arrive. He placed operator #1 on his ski and escourted him to shore, where Ocean City EMS was waiting to render first aid. EMT made the determination that due to his injuies and age, operator #1 be air lifted to ACMC.  Operator # was treated for a broken left femur and contusions to his left elbow and shoulder.

Operator # 2 was issued sommons # SPA for violation of 13:82-1.8( rules of the road) failure to yield to vessel on his right.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0047
Date: 2013-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:14:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Bay
NearestCityTown: Little Egg Harbor Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 is a Personal Watercraft with two people on board.  Vessel #1 was traveling south when vessel approached some rough waters. The Vessel hit a vave and both occupants fell off.  Both occupants fell off to the starboard side.  While falling off the vessel, the passenger hit her leg on the ski and suffered a broken right Femur.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0049
Date: 2013-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:34:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: St Georges Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Brigantine City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed:  Operator #1 was towing victim #1on a tube in the Black Hole area of St Georges Thorofare.  Victim #1 was reportedly lying on his stomach on the tube as operator #1 made a slow speed turn.  During the turn the towline behind vessel #1 became slack and the tube rotated to the point that the towline encircled victims #1"s left leg. As the operator completed the turn he began to accelerate causing the line to tighten around victim #1's leg.  As the line tightened, it caused a rope burn around his leg in the area of the knee  and a laceration to the back of the knee, peelingpieces of skin off, exposeing muscle tissue.  The passengers on board were able to control the bleeding until the vessel arrived at the beach where Brigantine fire?rescue took over.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0050
Date: 2013-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Thorofare
NearestCityTown: Longport Borough
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Operator #1 had anchored his vessel approximately 150 yds. south of the Longport Bridge. Vessel #1 was facing a south bound direction while at anchor. There was a strong current due to the incoming tide flowing north bound into the Beach Thorofare.  Vessel #1's anchor became dislodged from the bottom and began to drag, allowing vessel #1 to driftin a north bound direction.  Vessel #1 spun, starboard side to, the Long Port Bridge, still drifting. Operator #1 started his inboard engine attempting to maneuver away from the bridge column with negative results. Vessel #1 struck the fifth collum from the east side of the longport bridge span, starboard side to. Vesel #1 became pinned against the bridge column with the incoming tide's current. Vessel #1's starboard side midship was impacting/grinding agianst the Longport Bridge column.  Operator #1 was unable to maneuver the vessel away from the bridge under it's own power, but was able to maintain it's position so the vessel was not pulled under the low lying Bridge.
Sea Tow arrived and towed vessel #1 away from the bridge, Operator #1 was then able to operate his vessel back to the dock.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0051
Date: 2013-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Absecon Inlet
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Operator #1 was traveling west in Absecon Inlet.  After passing under the Brigantine Bridge operator #1 was checking his route on GPS.  While checking his route vessel #1 struck a dredge pipe that was stationed and secured on the North bound side of Absecon inlet. These Dredge pipes have been in the Atlantic City Inlet area for several months. Another vessel in the area picked up the operator and transported him to USCG Station Atlantic City.  Operator #1 was transported to Atlantic City Medical Center where he was treated for fractured ribs and released.

Dredge Pipes belong to Weeks Marine.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0052
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Avon
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he was operating off shore in the Atlantic Ocean near the Shark River Inlet.  He then stated that he experienced engine trouble, when both of his engines stalled. The vessel then began to drift in the direction of the North Jetty, which is located in the Boro of Avon.  He continued to make attempts to restart the engines.  As he was doing this, the vessel continued to drift in the direction of the north jetty. The vessel then grounded, along the north side of the jetty, port side amidship.  The operator and passenger then abandoned the vessel . They suffered minor injuries while doing this.

Investigation revealed mechanical failure was the primary cause of this accident, as both engines failed and would not restart. The vessel drifted into the north jetty of the Shark River Inlet where it was destroyed by wave action.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0053
Date: 2013-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:10:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mill Creek
NearestCityTown: Stafford Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Operator Stated: The boat returned to the dock.  The engine was off. (victim #1) reached for the piling(s) and missed and fell in the water.   victim must have hit something and wasn't moving.  subject1 pulled victim up. He could not feel his arms and legs. 

Victim #1 was interviewed later due to his injury.  He stated he believes he struck an unknown object below the waters surface. Witnesses said they think he struck the dock ladder.

While Attempting to grab a piling to secure vessel #1 in it"s slip, victim #1 fell overboard and struck either the dock ladder or an object below the water.  A search of the water where he fell in found nothing in the water.  There were no marks on victim #1.  He was face down and not moving after he fell overboard.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0054
Date: 2013-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:23:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bay Head Harbor
NearestCityTown: Bay Head
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Throttle
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated: I was pulling up to the dock to refuel when the throttle got stuck and wouldn't go into reverse. I pushed the throttle forward a bit, then tried to reverse again and it was still stuck.  I tried it a third time, and the boat jumped forward and I hit the other boat. Then I crashed into two Pilings.

Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 was facing south attempting to dock and refuel, while vessel #2 was moored at the dock facing North, when they struck.  As operator #1 slowed, he attempted to place the vessel in reverse, however he was unable to do so, due to an unknown mechanical failure. Operator #1 tried to maneuver the vessel by continuing forward. While traversing forward, vessel #1 came up on plain, and struck the port bow of vessel #2, with it's port gunwale. Vessel #1 then continued forward in between vessel #2 and a Piling, then struck the piling with the starboard gunwale.  Vessel #1 continued further south and struck a second piling, with the bow Gunwale, breaking the piling in half. The piling then struck vessel #2 and broke a port side window. Vessel #1 then came to rest in the adjacen slip.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0055
Date: 2013-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:34:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twb
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Owner #1 stated: I was having dinner, when we saw the guy who was docked next to me attempt to leave.  It looked like he was having trouble getting out of the slip because of the wind and choppy Seas. It looked like he swung into the starboard side of my boat.  He then left the scene without sticking around. The boat was a 34 foot Sea Ray, white over blue. It had a radar arch just like all the big Sea Ray boats have.

Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was docked (facing north)at the end of the main dock of Waters Edge Restaurant, when for unknown reasons it was struck by vessel #2.
A search for vessel #2 was unsuccessful.

01/07/2014

No new information could be developed to help identify vessel #2.  Case closed.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0056
Date: 2013-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Harvey Cedar
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Witness #1 stated: I was sitting at the end of the dock and watched a boat as it was traveling north and then all of a sudden I heard a loud boom and the boat came to a complete stop. A few minutes passed and I determined that something was not right. I went inside and informed my friends of what I had witnessed. They immediately hopped in their boat to go out and help the person and boat.

Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling north in the ICW (Barnegat Bay). For an unknown reason vessel #1 struck ICW marker # 51 causing the marker to snap in half.  The vessel sustained major damage to the front starboard side hull area. The vessel was towed  by a couple of witnesses. Barnegat Light EMS and Medics were on scene. Operator # 1 was flown to Atlantic City Medical Center, City Division, Atlantic City, due to a head injury.

On 08/05/2013 the investigator contacted operator #1. He stated that he remembered the following information about the Accident: He was going for a boat ride to the Causeway Bridge and back to Robby's Marina. While headind south in the ICW, he noticed a School of mini sailboats going across the bay. After turning around and heading north in the ICW he noticed all the sailboats were back at the dock and looking to see if they were from the bible School. That was the last thing he remembered.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0057
Date: 2013-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Ocean City
County: Cape may
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
AccidentEvent1: Sudden medical condition
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
On July 20, 2013, Atlantic City Station was advised via 10 comm dispatch of a missing boater. Dispatched was advised that a Kayak was located off Ocean City Beach in the Atlantic Ocean. Ocean City Beach Patrol, Ocean City PD, Ocean City Fire Department and The United States Coast Guard were all dispatched to assist in locating the missing Kayaker.  The Body of the missing Kayaker was located in the water off 16th Street Beach. Ocean City Beach Patrol transported the body to shore using a personal water craft.  The victim was a white male in his 50s, approximately 6'3" in height with no PFD.  Chest compressions were started and continued while victim was transported to the Hospital. The victim was pronounced dead at 11:44 AM.

Investigation Revealed: At approximately 09:15 hours Victim #1 departed from the beach in Ocean City to go Kayaking.  He departed from 21 Street.  Due to possible medical Condition( awaiting finale Autopsy results) Victims Kayak capsized, causing him to enter the water.  

An Autopsy was conducted  by Dr .  Dr stated the family advised him that victim #1 had a previous heart condition. He stated that the victim had an enlarged heart. The cause of death has been certified as pending. Dr stated that he is awaiting some results from tissue samples he obtained.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0058
Date: 2013-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:10:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Townsend Inlet
NearestCityTown: Avalon
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated that he turned around within the inlet due to water conditions being choppy and boat feeling unstable due to the weight of 8 People on board.  Water came in through the back door and they attempted to adjust the weight of passengers and their location but it was too late and this vessel sank.

Investigation revealed: After speaking with operator #1, it was determined that he left the dock with 7 passengers and himself.  While tranversing the back bay, where sea conditions were calm, he did not notice his vessel was unstable due to the added weight of the passengers.  Once outside the Townsends Inlet Bridge and within the inlet the water became choppy and he realized that the vessel was unstable due to it being overloaded.  Operator #1 then turned the vessel around and began traveling back inshore at approximately 5 Knots when waves began entering through the transome door, located on the portside.  He then attempted to shift the weight of the passengers but at this time 
the boat began sinking at the stern. The vessel became submerged and all passengers including operator # 1 entered the water with PFDs donned. All persons were rescued by the USCG and Avalon PD's Marine Unit.

Owner #1 contacted Sea Tow to remove vessel from water.  Sea Tow was unable to locate the vessel using side scan sonar and the vessel is declared lost at sea.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0059
Date: 2013-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:35:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dung Thoro
NearestCityTown: Middle Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Invest revealed : Operator #1 was operating his vessel at approximately 19 Knots northbound through Dung Thorofare while towing victim #1 on a wake board. Operator #1 had properly designated  an observer and had 50 feet of tow line out,  which is in the parameters of NJ LAW. Victim #1 turned toward a wake while riding "goofy footed", right foot forward when typically it is the rear foot. Victim #1 became airborne off the wake of vessel #1.  Due to the fact that wake skate boards do not have bindings similar to typical wake boards or skis, victim #1 became seperated from his board while in the air. Upon landing in the water, victim #1 landed on the edge of the wake board. The impact caused a break in the upper portion of victim #1's leg.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0060
Date: 2013-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hopatcong
NearestCityTown: Jefferson Twp
County: Morris
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated, " We were and victim was in the water trying to climb into my boat and her foot hit the propeller.  I was sure that my boat was not moving and I looked and saw it was in gear, in reverse.

Investigation revealed that operator #1 was in vessel #1.  victim was in the water attempting to climb into rear of vessel #1 , in doing so her right foot struck the propeller.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0061
Date: 2013-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Raritan Bay
NearestCityTown: Keansburg
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was heading into Waackaack Creek through the approach channel leading to the Keansburg Tide Gate. The Propeller and lower unit of vessel # 1 struck an object which caused severe damage to the propeller and lower unit.  It is possible that vessel #1 struck some debris from Hurricane Sandy.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0062
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:47:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: Carneys Point
County: Salem
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This Accident occured in the early morning and Delaware Fish and Game Sr. Cpl was the first investigator on scene.  The vessel had run aground on the NJ side of the Delaware River in an area where Delaware has Jurisdiction up to the the low water mark. She reported that Delaware City Fire Rescue was notified of the accidend by passenger.The call was received at 0147 hrs and a vessel was dispatched. Same located the vessel lodged in a fence several feet out of the water.  All occupants were transported to Delaware City dock so that the injured could be treated. Cpl. observed blood being taken from operator #1 to be tested to determine blood alcohol content.

Operator # 1 stated: "I was coming through and must have overshot the turn. I was having trouble seeing due to darkness and fog."

Investigation revealed:  Vessel #1 was facing east with it's bow facing away from the shore line. The navigation lights and stern light were still in the on position and illuminated. The drives were still engaged and the throttles were approximately half way. The bow was pointed and the tip was broken off with metal fence remaining in the fiberglass. The Keel and hull came to rest in a broken section of concrete, same appeared to be broken on impact. The starboard out drive was removed and hanging by cables. Same pierced the chain link fence. The fence stopped near the rear of the vessel just prior to the stern light. Two strands of barbed wire cleared the highest remaining portion of the vessel. The hull of the vessel was approximately 12 feet off the sand beach which gets covered at high tide. Large broken pieces of concrete line the shore holding back the sea wall. Several deep gaughes were carved into the concrete showing the path vesssel #1 took prior to hitting the bulkhead. 

According to the tide charts the tide should have been above half tide and rising.

Alcohol, speed were causes.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0063
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:06:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ingrams Thoroughfare
NearestCityTown: Middle Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
The operatator stated that he was heading north in the ICW towards the Avalon Bridge.  He stated the vessel was turning towards the port(west) when victim fell off the tube.
Victim stated she was being towed behind the vessel on the tube with another person. victim was on the left and other person was on the right. She stated  as the vessel turned they were swung outward and she lost her grip and was thrown from the tube and hit the water. She thought she heard a snap and felt pain in her neck.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0064
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navesink River
NearestCityTown: Rumson Boro
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was traveling west (inbound) on the Navesink River towards the Oceanic Bridge. The vessel struck a submerged sand bar east of the Oceanioc Bridge in or near the channel causing victim #1 to fall forward. Victim #1 substained injuries to her left shoulder.  The waters were congested.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0065
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was transitting southwest in Hereford Inlet.  Vessel #1 encountered a wake from another vessel. The operator of vessel #1, as a result  of the wake, was ejected from vessel #1, landing face down in the water, striking her abdomen with the waters surface upon impact. Witness #1 contacted The Coast Guard via VHF Ch 16 and operator #1 was transported to the dock where she was taken to Cape May Regional Hospital where she was treated for abdominal brusing and pelvic muscle tares. 

Operator #1 was issued a summons for not having a Boating Safety Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0066
Date: 2013-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:51:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Turtle Ck
NearestCityTown: Middle Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling north bound in Turtle Creek.  As vessel #1 approached the abandoned bridge structure on a slight turn, vessel #1 struck a concrete pier. Operator #1 failed to negotiate the turn to avoid the collision. Vessel #1 made contact at the bow.  Vessel #1 sustained moderate damage to the front fiberglass hull and plastic bumper. After the accident the vessel started taking on water and was towed by Sea Tow.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0067
Date: 2013-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:11:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Barnegat Light Borough
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling in a northerly direction properly following the marked channel inside Barnegat Inlet. Vessel #2 was initially traveling in a westerly direction, also inside the marked channel. Operator #2 was not familiar with the area, and had not received the required Boating Safety Course required to operate a power vessel in the State of New Jersey.  As a direct result of this, operator #2 was navigating towarda a known sandbar. marked via depth on nautical charts and also marked with navigational Aids. Upon realizing their hazardous course, vessel #2 owner comanded the inexpeiienced operator of his vessel to make a hard left turn to avoid the sandbar.  This abrupt turning Maneuver steered vessel 32 into the port side of vessel #1. The Coast Guard arrived on scene and directed operator #1 to beach his vessel to prevent it from capsizing. 

Owner #2 was issued summonses for allowing an uncertified operator and fail to have VDS on board.
Operator #2 was issued summonses for Careless operation and operating a power vessel without a Boating Safety Certificate.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0068
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:38:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beaver Dam
NearestCityTown: Brick
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
RedactedNarrative:
Owner #1 stated: " The marina was having their annual Summer party.  After the party was over I left the marina and went with a couple of friends to the pub down the street. When I returned to my vessel I turned off all the lights  and the only thing that was running was the air conditioning ant the hot water heater. I went to the Master Bedroom which is in the back  of the boat to go to sleep. After lying down, I noticed the smell of something burning coming through the Air conditioner. I got up and opened the door to the forward Saloon area.  I saw smoke and flames coming from the front of the boat.  I got off the boat and called 911."

Investigation Reveals:  Vessel #1 caught fire in the front saloon area. Vessel #1 became fully engulfed causing damage to the surrounding vessels due to the extream heat.

Accident pends until origin of fire is determined.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0069
Date: 2013-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:52:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manahawkin Bay
NearestCityTown: Beach Haven
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was heading east in Manahawkin Bay in the area of ICW marker #94. Operator #1 was towing victim #1 in a tube. When operator #1 turned the vessel to the north, victim #1 fell out of the tube, striking the water. Victim #1 sustained an injury to his left leg.  Same was assisted back onto vessel #1 and transported back to the dock. Beach Haven EMS transported victim #1 to Southern Ocean Hospital for medical treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0070
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:03:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Corson's Inlet
NearestCityTown: Upper Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated that he was attempting to back out of the end slip and turn his vessel around when the strong current overwhelmed his vessel and made it collide with vessel #2 which was docked. 

The current was running strong on the out going tide, north, towards Corson's Inlet.

Owner of vessel #2 Stated that he observed vessel #2 struggling with current as it was attempting to back out of the slip which was located two slips over to the west.  Subject stated vessel #1 accelerated prior to the collision in an attempt to gain control, however the starboard stern corner of vrssel #1 struck the Engine cowling of vessel #2 resulting in a crack in engine cowling.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0071
Date: 2013-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:19:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Woodbury Creek
NearestCityTown: National Park
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Operator of vessel #1 was attempting to leave the docks At Coconut Grove Restaurant. Due to engine failure, operator #1 lost control of his vessel striking vessel #2, which was legally docked.  As operator #1 was attempting to maneuver around the dock, vessel #1 was stuck in forward motion due to the shift linkage  becoming disconected in the outdrive. This was confirmed by operator #1 during the investigation.  Operator #1 attempted to put vessel #1 into reverse with negative results, so he immediately shut the engine off.  A person on the docks attempted to help keep the boat clear of the other vessel by walking vessel #1 around vessel #2.  Vessel #1 initially struck vessel #2's engine causing damage to same. After vessel #1 struck vessel #2's engine, vessel #1 then caused vessel #2 to strike the dock cleat.  Vessel #2 sustained damage to the port side stern.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0072
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:28:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Jarvis Sound
NearestCityTown: Lower Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 stated in effect that he struck the submerged sandbar while operating at approximately 10 knots. Operator#1 stated that the location of those on board was unknown because they had been walking around prior to striking the sandbar.

Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was traveling northbound in the ICW near marker #475. Vessel #1 struck a submerged sandbar on the west side of the ICW near marker #475. Vessel #1 struck a submerged sandbar on the west side of the ICW.  The grounding caused damaged to the vessel allowing water to enter the vessel. It should be noted there is no marker on the west side of the ICW indicating the boundry of the channel.  The sandbar is shown on nautical charts but no visable markers are present to warn of the sandbar.
Without local knowledge or with out using navigation charts, one would not know the western boundry of the channel.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0073
Date: 2013-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:33:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Townsend Inlet
NearestCityTown: Sea Isle City
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 was inbound under sail. Upon approaching the Townsend Inlet Bridge, operator #1 transitioned to motor power to navigate through the bridge opening.  As vessel #1 came in close proximity of the bridge, the motor stalled, and attempts to restart it failed. Vessel #1 immediately drifted into the bridghe pilings located on the southeast corner of the designated bridge channel. The port side midship of vessel #1 made impact with the bridge. The mast of vessel #1 then struck the span of the bridge causing vessel #1 to list heavily to it's starboard and began taking on water.  The occupants of vessel #1 were then ordered to abandon the vessel by operator #1. They were picked up by passing boaters.  The vessel then capsized and was later recovered by Tow Boat US.

Injured # 1 was not aware of how the injury occurred.  He received several stitches.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0074
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:07:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pecks Bay
NearestCityTown: Upper Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated that he began to pull out of the launching well when they got caught in the wind and he panicked. Vessel #1 then struck vessel #2.

Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #2 was docked along the Westerly dock along with several other vessels.  Vessel #2 was the third vessel from the bulkhead facing north and waiting to be lifted out of the water for dry dock storage.  Vessel #1 was just launched from dry dock storage , bow forward, and leaving the launching well in a northerly direction. It shopuld be noted that there were moderate northeast winds with gusts up to 25 knots.  As vessel #1 began making way and  out of the well, same began drifting with the winf and struck vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0075
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:22:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Delaware River
NearestCityTown: National Park
County: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was towed with the registered owner on board, to the area of National Park/Beach Hill water front by Witness #3 to a lower depth of water. Vessel #1 had experienced engine trouble in deeper water near the shipping channel.  Vessel #1 was towed to shallow water in order to have sufficient line length to anchor. Owner #1 then anchored the vessel.  Witness Accounts as well as investigation at the scene revealed that vessel #1's owner had two Kayaks mounted on vessel #1's roof. Victim#1 brought one of the Kayaks down from the roof and tied it to the stern of vessel #1.  Victim #1 then attempted to launch the second Kayak into the waterway from the roof of the vessel. While attempting to launch the second Kayak, Victim #1 lost grasp of same and the kayak began to drift away from vessel #1.  Victim #1 then entered the Delaware River, either accidently or on purpose, either of which could not be determined. Same became caught in the Delaware River's outgoing south bound current and was unable to swim to safety. Victim #1 was seen by witnesses to be in distress attempting to swim in the Delaware River  and was lost from site behind "No Name Island". Surface search by NJSP and an airsearch were negative. 

09/01/2013:

On this date the body of victim #1 was reported found by a passerby vessel on VHF ch 16.  Victim #1 surfaced in the same general area where he went missing.  Westville Fire Department recovered victim #1 and transported same to shore by Fire Boat. Gloucester County ME Kieth Zane  examined victim #1 on location. Victim #1 was positively identified 
by his wife(witness #1).

10/15/2013

A review of the Postmortem Examination Report, Toxicology Report  and death certificate was conducted by the investigator. Dr performed the Postmortem. The Postmortem and autopsy report list cause of death as drowning and manner of death as an accident, which are consistant with the findings of this investigation. Nothing suspicious was uncovered in the Toxicology report.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0076
Date: 2013-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:42:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clam Creek
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 departed from slip C-8 in the Farley State Marina heading west. Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 in the bow area. Vessel #2 was located in slip B-11. Vessel #1 continued east striking a piling located next to slip B-11. Vessel #1 continued east across the marina and struck vessel #3, docked in slip C-18, in the bow area.Vessel #1 continued east striking vessel #, docked in slip C-32, in the bow area. Vessel #1 then continued south and struck Vessel #5 in the bow area.  Owner of vessel #5 was on board.

Operator #1 was issued summonses: SPA096815    12:7-76 (careless operation)
                                                            SPA096816     12:7-46 (BWI)
                                                            SPA096817     12:7-55 ( refuse to submit breath samples)


BARDID: NJ-2013-0077
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Townend Sound
NearestCityTown: Dennis Twp
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: The vessel had been operated when the engine stalled. operator was able to get off in shallow water and push the vessel onto the west bank of Townsend sound. operator was unable to call for help and so left vessel 31 beached on the bank with the bow resting on the bank and the stern in the water.. He stated that he didn't have a cell phone to call for help. so he walked across the marsh to the Garden State parkway to get a ride and call for help..

On 08/25/2013 vessl #1 was located. The vessel was resting on the bottom with the bow still on the bank. Vessel suffered water damage.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0078
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:37:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hereford Inlet
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Vessel #1 jumped a wave and became air borne. While airborne PWC turned slightly to the side. When impacting the water, vessel #1 was side to the oncoming swell. When vessel landed sideways , operator #1 's left ankle struck the footwell of the PWC causing injury. Operator #1 was then ejected.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0079
Date: 2013-09-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:07:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beach Creek
NearestCityTown: North Wildwood
County: Cape May
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling eastbound in a small creek from the ICW to Beach Creek while vessel #2 was traveling west bound in the same creek. The tide was falling and was approximately two hours from low tide. During this time the water in the creek was low, which allowed the marsh grass on top of the meadow to obstruct the view of the operators to oncoming traffic within the small creek.  Vessels #1 and #2 approached the same bend from different directions in a head on scenario.  Due to the obstructed view, the operators of vessels #1 and #2 were unable to see each other coming when approaching the bend. The two vessels collided port side to port side ejecting all occupants.
Operator #1 suffered a swollen left elbow but refused medical treatment at the scene.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0080
Date: 2013-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:03:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Wednesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was attempting to depart High Bar Harbor Marina and Yacht Club. Soon after leaving it's slip but prior to leaving the marina, vessel #1 collided the port side amidship windows into the bow anchor pulpit of vessel #2. Vessel #2 was docked and unoccupied at the time of the collision. Investigation determined through witness and operator statements, inspection of the vessels involved and the weather at the time that operator of vessel #1 operated his vessel without due caution and circumspection, in a manner that caused a collision with vessel #2.  The co owner of vessel #2 stated that the damage was less than 1000.00 dollars.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0081
Date: 2013-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:25:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Inlet
NearestCityTown: Long Beach Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed:  Operator #1 while upon vessel #1 and drifting in Barnegat inlet fell overboard as a result of not maintaining a grip on the handle bar in choppy conditions. While falling overboard, operator #1 was struck in the ribs by the handle bar.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0082
Date: 2013-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Ocean Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operator # 1 stated: " We had just rounded the corner of the B1 marker when my brother just suddenly jumped out of the boat on the starboard side. After he hit the water, I think his knees hit his face. His nose and mouth were bleeding."

Investigation Revealed: Operator # 1 was heading north within Barnegat Bay, when for unknown reasons victim #1 left the vessel from the starboad side.  After striking the water, victim #1 sustained minor injuries to his nose and mouth. Victim #1 was recovered by operator #1 and then treated and released for his injuries.
Investigator observed numerous empty beer cans on the vesserl.  There were four people onboard the vessel at the time of the accident. Attempts to interview two other persons failed. They were extremely intoxicated and did not want to be listed with in the accident report.
Investigator attempted to speak with victim #1 at the hospital, but he was sleeping. Investigator observed the face of victim #1 and it was bruised and bleeding. He detected an odor of alcoholic beverage emmitting from his person.
Multiple attempts to contact victim #1 in an attempt to obtain a statement from him reference this accident.  He has not returned calls. Due to victim #1's lack of cooperation in this investigation, this investigation is closed.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0083
Date: 2013-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:51:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oyster Creek
NearestCityTown: Ocean Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Missing or Inadequate Navigation Aids
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling east through Oyster Creek Channel, when it struck bottom causing damage to the strut of the vessel. The vessel began taking on water causing water damage to the engines and cabin area.  The vessel Ran aground between Bouy #36 and Bouy # 34.  It should be noted that bouy #35 is missing and bouy #33 is off station.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0084
Date: 2013-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:51:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Toms River
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling east across the Intra Coastal Waterway between ICW marker33 and 31.  Vessel #2 was traveling North between ICW markers #33 and 31. Operator #1 was launching vessel #1 over the wake of a passing vessel, when vessel #1 then collided with vessel #2. Vessel # 1 struck vessel #2's  portside with it bow, ejecting operator #1, and subsequently, due to vessel #1's momentum and speed, rode up on to vessel #2 striking and ejecting  operator #2. Vessel #1 became dead in the water after the safety lanyard, which was attached to operator #1, had been dislodged from the ignition source.  Vessel #2 continued North West ,unoccupied, for approximately four miles before striking a bulkhead, causing considerable damage to Bow. this despite the safety lanyard being dislodge from the ignition source. 

Case pends.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0085
Date: 2013-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:55:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lavallette
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation revealed: Vessel #1 had just turned south out of Ortley Beach Cannel, just south of West Point Island, when it capsized. While the operator was turnong south bound into the channel, the bow of the vessel dug down into the water to the starboard side. As a result, the stern of the vessel pivoted up and out of the water to it's port side.  The port hull then struck the top of the watercausing the vessel to capsize. The vessel capsized to it's port side and came to a rest in approximately 3.5 feet of water.  All occupants were ejected from the vessel to the port side.  Operator #1 was struck by the Bimini Top and was pinned under the vessel.  The passemgers were able to free the operator and he was 
flown to Jersey Shore Medical Center for treatment.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0086
Date: 2013-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Drawbridge Thoro
NearestCityTown: Ship Bottom
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Thursday
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was being inspected by witness #1 due to a reported mechanical malfunction as reported by a renter. The problem reported was related to the throttle. Upon witness #1 starting vessel #1, same left the slip at full throttle, unoccupied, crossed over the dock, and then reentered the waterway traveling west in the bay approximately 75 yds .. Vessel #1 then came to starboard and traveling north , striking the bulkhead. Vessel #1 suffered major damage to the bow and hull. The bulkhead sustained major damage as a result of the collision.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0087
Date: 2013-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:59:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Byram Cove
NearestCityTown: Byram Twp
County: Sussex
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Force of wave/wake
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Operator #1 was underway at a slow speed inside Bryam Cove heading west at the mouth of the cove.  A wake from an unknown vessel struck vessel #1 on the port side causing it to overturn. Operator #1 and passenger #1 fell off vessel and were unable to wright it.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0088
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:08:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: All three vessels were moored in the area of the north end of Tice's Shoals. Vessel #1 had untied from vessel #2. Operator #1 failed to remove the spring line . Vessel #1 went forward which caused vessel #2.s anchor to become free. The anchor  became entangled in the propellers of vessel # 1, causing it to lose power.  While drifting, victim #1 attemped to fend off vessel #1 and caught her arm between the two vessels. Victim #1 sustained a broken Arm. The vessels drifted into vessel #3 causing the bow pulpit of vessel #2 to strike vessel #3 starboard side windshield.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0089
Date: 2013-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Lacey Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals: Three vessels (1 boat and vessels #1 and #2), all operated by the same group of family and friends, were returning to where the vessels are kept. Witnesses were on the boat, a 27' center console, Polar. Vessel #1 was traveling along the port side of the boat and vessel #2 was traveling along the starboard side oh the boat. The vessels were heading south west at approximately 25 Knots.  Operator #1 accelerated and and turned vessel #1 to starboard crossing in front of the boat and colliding with vessel #2. The operator of vessel #2 did not see vessel #1 , because his vision was blocked by vessel #1.  

Operator of vessel #1 crossed in front of the boat, a violation of the rules of the road.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0090
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2013-09-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:36:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manasquan Inlet
NearestCityTown: Point Pleasant Beach
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
MachineryFailure: Engine
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was towing vessel #2 which was unoccupied , into the manasquan Inlet at approximately 0030 hrs. Vessel 32 detached from vessel #1.  While attempting to recover Vessel #2, vessel #1 sustained a fouled propeller from the tow line and was disabled.  The crew was unable to free the prop prior to striking the Jetty.  Winds and swells pushed both vessels into the south jetty. Three crew members left vessel #1 by stepping onto the jetty and walking to safety, the operator boarded a Coast Guard vessel. The wind and waves destroyed the vessels.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0091
Date: 2013-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnegat Bay
NearestCityTown: Berkeley Twp
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals: Operator #1 and operator #2 had each rented a PWC from Jersey Shore Watercraft Rentals.  After receiving instruction on riding safety, they departed the rental site and proceeded to the designated riding area. At some point the two PWCs were operating in close proximity to each other. While vessel #1 was traveling north, operator #1 observed vessel #2 heading towards him. While attempting to slow down, vessel #1 was struck in the port side footwell, by the bow of vessel #2, when the operator of vessel #2 failed to take corrective action to avoid a collision.Vessel #2 then struck and crushed the center console, ejecting the operator of vessel #1. Operator #1 was transported to the ramp and then was flown to Jersey Shore Medical Center where he was treated for a fractured Pelvis and lacerations to the face.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0092
Date: 2013-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:09:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manahawkin Bay
NearestCityTown: Beach Haven
County: Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Sunday
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Reveals:  Vessel #1 was tied up to vessel #2 in order to pump the vessel's waste out. Operator #1's life jacket had gotten caught on the throttle shift causing the vessel to go in reverse and strike a piling. Operator #1 placed the vessel in forward causing vessel #1 to strike vessel #2 in the bow pulpit area.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0093
Date: 2013-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Navesink River
NearestCityTown: Rumson
County: Monmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Monday
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
This accident occured on a Monday, but the owner didn't report it until Wednsday evening.  He stateed in effect:  the vessel was docked at Barnacle Bill's Resttaurant from approximately 1630 t0 1830 hours on Monday. Vessel #1 was docked  at the western t-dock(dock and dine dock). Vessel #1 was positioned so that her bow was even with the western most end of the dock. At some time between 1630 and 1830 an object, believed to be another vessel struck vessel #1 in the bow. The location of the damage and lack of damage at water line indicates another vessel struck vessel #1. There are no witnesses nor any information on vessel #2.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0094
Date: 2013-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Arthur Kill
NearestCityTown: Woodbridge Twp
County: Middlesex
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Tuesday
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wave/wake
AccidentEvent1: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Operatoe #1 stated. " Iwas attempting to make a u-turn when I struck a wave wrong.  My left hand slipped off the Windshield and my wife and I both went overboard on the port side.  I injured my left hand and my wife injured both her thighs."

Investigation Reveals: Vessel #1 was traveling north on the Arthur Kill.  Operator #1 attempted to make a hard starboard turn, consequently losing control of vessel #1. Operator #1 and victim #2 were ejected over the port side.  Operator #1 struck the port side windshield causing a laceration to his left hand. Victim #2 struck the port side windshield causing lacerations to both legs.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0095
Date: 2013-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:40:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Absecon Inlet
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Saturday
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person Ejected from Vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling outbound in Absecon Inlet, in an easterly direction.  Vessel #2 was traveling in the same direction. Vessel #2 was traveling in the same direction , in close proximity to vessel #1.  Operator #1 impulsively steered hard to port in a 50 to 60 degree change of course, in order to go to the Brigantine side of the Inlet. During the course of this maneuver, vessel #1 crossed directly in front of vessel #2.  Vessel #2 then traveled directly into the port side of vessel #1, causing damage and internal injuries to operator #1. 
The collision was a direct result of the abrupt turning maneuver conducted by operator #1 and operator #2  operating in close proximity to vessel #1.


BARDID: NJ-2013-0096
Date: 2013-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
State: NJ
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clam creek
NearestCityTown: Atlantic City
County: Atlantic
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
DayofWeek: Friday
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
RedactedNarrative:
Investigation Revealed: Operator #1 was attempting to dock vessel #1 on H dock. Operator #1 was unable to control his vessel due to high winds which pushed his vessel across to I dock.
Vessel #1's stern struck vessel #2's stern.  Vessel #2 did not appear to have any damage. Vessel #1 continued across the marina. Operator attempted to give more throttle when vessel #1 struck vessel #3's
Port side engine and hull.


