NYC Man Rescued After Treading Water for Hours Off New Jersey Coast
Fishermen find swimmer two miles from shore, raising questions about his journey and mental state.
- Peter Ordane, 34, was found by fishermen two miles off Sandy Hook, New Jersey, after reportedly treading water for 10 hours.
- Ordane claimed he was swept away from Breezy Point, Queens, but changed his story multiple times.
- Authorities are unable to confirm where or when he entered the water due to inconsistent accounts.
- Despite his ordeal, Ordane showed no signs of exhaustion and declined further medical treatment.
- He was taken to a hospital for psychiatric evaluation after exhibiting disturbed behavior at a train station.