On 22SEP2023, a recreational sailing vessel reported to the SCC that they had been struck by a commercial vessel and were taking on water in the vicinity of Brandywine light in the Delaware Bay with 04 POB. There were minor injuries sustained (cuts/scratches) to the 04 people on board. 

Vessel had a 4ft gash in the port bow, mostly above the waterline, and was dismasted. There was no visible damage to the commercial vessel.

 The crew onboard the sailing vessel was removed from the vessel and taken to shore by Station Cape May. The sailing vessel was towed to Anglers Marina in Lewes, DE. The sailing vessel sunk in the Lewes-Rehoboth canal while being towed in by Sea Tow. The vessel was refloated and put on blocks at Anglers Marina for further Investigation.
Delaware Bay
Lewes