RedactedNarrative: Operator #2 stated in effect:
  
       I was heading southeast in the Atlantic Ocean. I just left Atlantic Highlands Marina and was heading to Cape May/Delaware Bay area. I rounded the tip of Sandy Hook and started heading offshore looking for calmer water. I was sailing into the sun and the sun glare was effecting my visibility. Additionally, my head sail was blocking the view in front of me. Prior to the collision, I had my autopilot on. I was using my port engine and sail for propulsion. I was checking my course for hazards but I did not see the vessel. It just popped up in front of me. I tried to avoid it but was not able to. It was my fault.
  
  Investigation Revealed:
  
       Vessel #1 was anchored in the Atlantic Ocean at the Sandy Hook Reef, approximately two miles offshore, Sea Bright Borough, Monmouth County. The two sole occupants of the vessel were actively fishing. The operator of Vessel #2 was heading southeast in the Atlantic Ocean. Operator #2 was utilizing Vessel #2's autopilot and a combination of its port engine and sail to reach safe harbor in Cape May/Delaware Bay area. Operator #2 failed to provide proper lookout while his vessel was under way and making way. Subsequently, Vessel #2 entered the Sandy Hook Reef and struck the port side of Vessel #1 just forward of midship. Vessel #2 continued forward making contact with Vessel #1 until it reached the bow pulpit and cut Vessel #1's anchor line.
  
  Both operators contacted USCG Sector New York via VHF Channel 16. As a result, FDNY Marine 8 responded to assist Vessel #1. FDNY Marina 8 escorted Vessel #1 to Raritan Marina due to the damage done to the vessel and mechanical issue sustained after the collision.
  
       Vessel #2 continued heading southbound. Operator #2 failed to change course and return to Vessel #1 or attempt to render aid to Vessel #1. Operator #2 indicated he checked his vessel and only noticed paint transfer on his vessel. He heard the occupants of Vessel #1 on Channel 16 advise USCG they were "OK" and didn't realized he caused damage to Vessel #1. Operator of Vessel #2 was contacted telephonically. He reported he was in the Atlantic Ocean, north of the Barneget inlet. Operator #2 was redirected to the Manasquan Inlet to meet with Sgt. Sgt. conducted a vessel inspection, collected Vessel #2's documents, and identification from both occupants of Vessel #2. Additionally, Vessel #1's anchor was still attached to Vessel #2 when it arrived at the Manasquan Inlet.
  
       Prior to anchoring Vessel #1 it was being operated by subject who reported the sailboat was moving fast and come out of nowhere. He saw a person at the helm of the sailboat trying to change course but he was too close. He wanted to move the boat but due to the speed of the sailboat, the proximity of the sailboat to his vessel, he only had enough time to prepare himself for the impact from the vessel.