RedactedNarrative: Operator 1 stated : I was trying to operate the vessel through the bridge, when the top of the sail got stuck underneath. 
  
  Investigation Revealed that Operator 1 was attempting to operate V1 through the Brigantine Bridge and out to the Absecon Inlet. Due to the inexperience of both operator and owner, V1 mast struck the steel beam of the bridge becoming wedged underneath. Both occupants on board reported no injuries at the time of the accident.  At the time of the accident the tide was going out, and V1 was dislodged from the bridge without further incident. Due to V1 striking the bridge, NJ DOT was informed and sent out three engineers to assess the damage. They deemed the bridge to have no structural damage. V1 reported minor damage to the mast and the anchor light. V1 was then operated from the scene by owner of the vessel. 
  
  Additional Summons : SPA for Failure to Register Vessel.
                                         SPA for Careless Operation of Vessel.
  