Off. responded to a boating accident on 8-30 regarding a 36’ vessel that struck rocks near Brenton Pt. off Newport.  USCG reported that the boat was being towed to Newport Shipyard for inspection and boarding.   On Sepember 2 Off. responded to operator address but no one would come to the door.  Off. then called operator's other address in NY and left a phone message.  USCG stated that the boat had significant damage to shafts, struts, props, and fiberglass estimated to be $15,000-20,000.
NEWPORT