RedactedNarrative: Operator of vessel was underway traveling west at approximately 30 miles per hour when his vessel hit a rock jetty head on. 
  
  The vessel's bow became stuck on the rocks. The Operator suffered head and organ injuries during the impact and was treated at Yale New Haven Hospital. He was pronounced deceased on 8/6/2023. 
  
  The primary cause of the incident was alcohol intoxication followed by restricted vision and failure to keep proper lookout. Vessel was towed by sea tow to Marine District Headquarters in Old Lyme. Severe damage to vessel. Estimate of damage unknown.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Island Sound
NearestCityTown: Old Saybrook                  