Operator 1 stated: I approached the main passage of Cape May Inlet entrance at about 9pm, I then misjudged the edge of the jetty. Instead of passing into the main harbor channel, I struck the boat on the rocks. The boat was disabled almost instantly, and we called 911 for assistance.

Investigation Revealed: Vessel 1 was traveling West into the Cape May Inlet. Due to the inexperience of the area from Operator 1, same misjudged the Inlet leading vessel 1 to subsequently strike the North end of the Cape May jetty. Vessel 1 immediately became disabled and started to take on water. Neither operator nor passenger reported any injuries. USCG Cape May was first to arrive on scene. USCG was able to remove both operator and passenger from the vessel. Vessel 1 sustained a total loss. Sea Tow Cape May was unable to remove Vessel 1 that night due to the high winds. Vessel 1 then subsequently sank. USCG Cape May was able to mark vessel 1's location for other boaters. Sea Tow is currently working with the insurance company to remove vessel 1 from the water. It should be noted operator 1 's boat license was issued out of Canada.
ATLANTIC OCEAN
CAPE MAY                      