1815 V-1 departed lower sag harbor cove with 9 persons on board. at 18-20knts. Approximately 1840 engine began to sputter and slowed down, finally stalling. Unable to restart. Approximately 2NM from Hedges Banks, opened engine cover to attempt to restart and locate engine problem. Approx 1900 hours ignited hand held flare, 1920 subject called 911 East Hampton town Police, Marine Patrol, and USCG advised responding to 2nd call to EHJPD advised that boat was taking on water and sinking.1955 V-1 sank.
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