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What some are calling a 'ghost ship' washes ashore in Melbourne Beach

Posted at 10:02 AM, Sep 22, 2017
and last updated 2017-09-22 13:38:00-04

What some folks are calling a ghost ship has taken up eerie residence on Florida's Melbourne Beach.

The ship appears to have been blown hundreds of miles by Hurricane Irma.

Authorities have traced the boat's home port to Key West, which was pounded by Irma.

The sheriff's office has identified the owner and said he's in jail in Monroe County.

The big, two-masted sailboat has drawn dozens of curiosity-seekers.

One woman couldn't resist peeking in. She reported seeing a mannequin, a big velvet rose, and a sign that says the beatings will continue until morale improves. 

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