The operator of vessel 1 (V1) stated to the effect:  I had the carburetor rebuilt recently and the motor was running fine.  We were drifting along the shoreline trying to catch some fish.  I could not get the motor started and did not have time to throw out the anchor.  The boat drifted onto the beach, while other boats in the area watched and offered no assistance.  

Investigation revealed:  V1 was drifting along Sandy Hook Recreational Area beach near the Highland Bridge, when a motor malfunction caused it to wash ashore onto the sandy beach (N40-22 / W073-59) due to the strong tidal current.  The vessel (V1) was on the beach and in the surf upon arrival.  V1 sustained damage to it's widshield and swim platform.  V1 contained approximately 60 gallons of fuel (gasoline), which was secured in its fuel tank (no leaks).  There were no injuries reported.  V1 was removed to the Atlantic Highlands ramp by Sea Tow.
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