RedactedNarrative: Sunken vessel in Government cut.
  
  Operator and his father who was also aboard the vessel when it began sinking. They explained that at approximately 10:00 am while going outbound from Government Cut the boat was impacted with a strong wave that washed aboard and filled the stern of the vessel with seawater. They tried to activate their bilge to pump the water out but it failed. This caused their vessel to lose buoyancy causing the stern and motors to submerge. They immediately put on their life jackets and waved for help from their bow. Within about five minutes, some Brazilian men on a vessel passing by noticed their distress and rendered assistance. These good samaritans notified U.S. Coast Guard of the sunken boat and brought them to Miami Beach Marina where they contacted Seatow. 
  
  	Disposition: Operator was given two warnings for not completing the required boating safety course. His vessel was not insured and neither party reported any injuries. I conclude the accident was caused by machinery failure (bilge pump).
  