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.
Washington Twp