Operator #1 stated: "I was around 4 miles offshore and set my autopilot such that any close approach to shore would be hours away. My autopilot malfunctioned, and that, combined with some inattention on my part, resulted in the grounding and loss of my boat. She is a total loss and cannot be salvaged. I am working with Towboat US to retrieve my belongings and make sure there is no environmental damage."

Investigation at the scene revealed: Vessel #1 was traveling south in the Atlantic Ocean around 48th Street in Ocean City, Cape May County. Operator #1 failed to maintain a proper lookout, causing Vessel #1 to run aground. Major damage was observed to the hull of Vessel #1. No injuries were reported or observed. It should be noted that the operator of Vessel #1 was impaired at the time of the vessel crash. For further information reference V540-2023-00002D.  Operator had a .20

Additional summons
12:7-46 BUI
13:82-1.8 Rule# 7 Avoid Collision
13:82-1.15 Failure to wear cut off switch

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