RedactedNarrative: EPO responded to a boating accident that occurred at Brenton Pt. for a report of a 52’ vessel taking on water. While headed to the scene EPO learned that the USCG removed two people on board the boat and pumps were being utilized to remove the 2’ of water in the bilge. Safe Sea was also en route to assist with the vessel. When he arrived the disabled vessel was being towed by Safe Sea with Newport Harbor Master and Newport Fire Rescue vessels assisting with the towing operation. EPO then reported to Newport Shipyard where the vessel was being towed. Shortly after he arrived the vessel was secured to the pier. He then met with owner/operator and co-owner who was also aboard at the time of the accident. Operator stated that he and his wife were on their way out when he missed the buoy and struck the reef. There was damage to the port shaft, propeller, rudder and hull. The starboard side propeller was also damaged. There were no injuries.