Vessel #1 was making way Northbound in the Intracoastal Waterway in the area of the Great Bay, Galloway Township, Atlantic County. At this time, the Operator #1 was making way towards Great Bay in the area of ICW marker "143". 

Operator #1 failed to avoid ICW marker "143" causing Vessel #1 to impact same. Vessel #1 sustained heavy damage to the bow and supporting structure. Vessel #1 subsequently began taking on water and became partially submerged to the East of marker "143". 

As a result of the collision, several of the occupants were ejected from the vessel. All persons in the water had been removed prior to the arrival of Troopers, therefore, it is unknown which occupants were removed from the water.

Due to the injuries sustained by the occupants, interviews could not be conducted at the scene. For further information pertaining to this investigation and victim's injuries please reference Investigation Report #V540-2023-00016.

GREAT BAY
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