RedactedNarrative: Operator #1 Stated to the effect while on scene:
  I can't remember what happened, I'm cloudy from the accident.
  
  Vessel #1 was traveling Northbound in the ICW in Little Egg Harbor, in the area of Long Beach Township, Ocean County when same struck ICW Marker "92," a steel piling marked with a reflective red triangle, with a functional red light, at the following coordinates: N 39.35'48", W74.31'45". Vessel #1 came to final rest at the Intracoastal Waterway at Marker " 92 " . The steel piling or marker appeared to be deeply embedded into the vessel approximately 4-5 feet from the bow. Blood was apparent on the forward portion of the vessel and the center console was separated from the deck, affixed to the vessel by wiring. The vessel appeared to be facing a northerly direction where the Intracoastal Waterway channel follows a southwest to northeast direction in this area. The steel marker was also pushed dramatically in a northerly direction by the vessel. The lighted beacon did not appear to be lit at the time of our investigation. It was learned the red flashing light with a period of four ( 4) seconds and a range of four ( 4) miles was functioning prior to the collision. An inspection of the Garmin active log from Vessel #1 indicated Vessel #1 traveled out of the channel in a northeastern direction then re-entered the channel traveling almost due north before colliding with the channel marker. It should be noted the weather was clear and the sky bright, with the moon at a 93 % waxing gibbous phase. The wind was moderate at 7-14 MPH out of the north, and the water was calm. The water temperature was approximately 73 degrees F, and the air temp was approximately 66 degrees F.
  
  As a result of the impact, all six (6) of the occupants were ejected from vessel. US Coast Guard and Beach Haven Fire Rescue were the first to respond on scene. Members of the US Coast Guard removed three victims from the channel and one victim holding onto the "92" Marker. Beach Haven Fire Rescue removed two victims from the channel. Victim #1 (Injured 2) was treated on scene and transported via helicopter to the Atlanticare Regional Medical Center's Trauma Unit in Atlantic City, Atlantic County for further evaluation. She sustained a head injury and multiple internal fractures. Victim #2 (Injured 3) was treated on scene and transported via helicopter to the Atlanticare Regional Medical Center's Trauma Unit in Atlantic City, Atlantic County for further evaluation. He sustained a head injury and multiple internal fractures. Victim #3 (Injured 4) was treated on scene and transported to the Southern Ocean County Medical Center in Stafford Township, Ocean County for further evaluation. He sustained a head injury and serious internal injuries. He was then transported via helicopter to Jersey Shore University Medical Center's Trauma Unit in Neptune Township, Monmouth County for further evaluation. Victim #4 (Injured 5) was treated on scene and transported to the Southern Ocean County Medical Center in Stafford Township, Ocean County for further evaluation. She sustained a head injury and back injury. Victim #4 (Injured 6) was treated on scene and transported to the Southern Ocean County Medical Center in Stafford Township, Ocean County for further evaluation. She sustained a facial disfigurement and back injury. Victim #6, and Vessel #1 Operator, (Operator) was treated on scene and transported to the Southern Ocean County Medical Center in Stafford Township, Ocean County for further evaluation. He sustained a facial disfigurement and left shoulder and collarbone injury. All victims suffered serious bodily injury.
  
  During the course of this investigation at the Southern Ocean County Medical Center, in Stafford Township, Ocean County, Operator stated he had consumed alcoholic beverages prior to operating the vessel, specifically stating that he had dinner and wine with everyone on the boat.
  While en route to the hospital the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office was notified of this investigation.
  
  While at the hospital, Superior Court Judge 1 authorized a telephonic search warrant to secure samples of Operator's blood for toxicological analysis. Southern Ocean County Medical Center Emergency Department Nurse, RN, performed a blood draw of Operator’s blood, as authorized by Ocean County Superior Court Judge 1. Two (2) vials of blood were collected, secured and subsequently transported to Tuckerton Station by Detective 2.
  Upon arrival to the Tuckerton Station, the blood samples were secured in the temporary evidence refrigerator by Detective 2.
  
  Witness #1 stated to the effect that her husband said "look at this asshole" because it sounded like the boat was going fast. We also saw a blue light moving. I heard a loud bang then silence. I then heard a male then a female calling for help. I called 911 from my husband's phone.
  
  Witness #2 stated to the effect the boat was moving very fast and he noted to his wife "look at these assholes flying down the bay." I heard a loud crash, saw an explosion, and heard people screeming for help.
  
  The witnesses were located outside on a dock facing the bay at Hideaway Dr., Long Beach Twp., NJ
  
  On September 20, 2021 Vessel #1 was towed from the scene by Sea Tow and monitored by NJSP personnel, secured at the Point Pleasant Station pending vessel a search warrant.
  
  On September 21, 2021, Detective Sergeant 3 and Detective 2 transported two (2) vials containing the blood samples of Operator to Drngscan, Inc. which is located at 200 Precision Road, Suite 200, Horsham, PA 19044
  
  On October 22, 2021 the Search Warrant application for Vessel #1 was approved by the Honorable Judge 2.
  
  On October 28, 2021 a search of Vessel #1 was conducted and a Garmin GPSMAP 8610XSV Marine Chartplotter was removed from the center console of the vessel. The data from the Garmin Chartplotter was retrieved by Ocean County Prosecutor's Office High Tech Crimes Unit, Detective 4.
  
  On November 9, 2021 Detective 2 received the toxicology results for defendant Operator. Operator‘s blood alcohol content was stated to be .16% BAC from Drugscan.
  
  On November 29, 2021, Operator arrived at the Tuckerton Station and was formally charged with 2C:12-1(2) 3rd Degree Assault by Vessel (5 counts), 12:7-46 BUI, 12:7-47 Reckless operation, and 13:82-1.15 Fail to wear lanyard cut off switch.
  
  
  Summonses
  12:7-46 BUI
  12:7-47 Reckless operation
  13:82-1.15 Fail to wear lanyard cut off switch
  Refer to Investigation Report