Boating Accident on Lake Winnipesaukee - Moultonborough

On September 11, 2021 at approximately 10:00 PM, NH State Police- Troop E Dispatch received a call of a boating accident at the mouth of Blackey Cove on Lake Winnipesaukee in Moultonborough. NHSP- Marine Patrol responded to the call. Upon arrival, Officer Scigliano met with the operator, who was the only person on board. The operator stated he got off course and struck rocks off Harvard Island. The operator was uninjured and brought to shore. Impairment did not appear to be a factor. Due to the location and size of the boat, attempts to remove it from the rocks were initially unsuccessful. On Monday, September 13, 2021, a barge was brought to the scene and the vessel was removed.

The crash is under investigation. Anyone who has further information related to this accident or who witnessed it is encouraged to contact Sgt. Nicholas Haroutunian 603-227-2112 or by email at Nicholas.M.Haroutunian@dos.nh.gov.