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.
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