Perkins called out the militia, engineered the capture of Cole, and ransomed him and the others for the recovery of the fort and the release of the prisoners. Liverpool was not bothered by privateers for the remainder of the war.
Perkins denounced the militia, orchestrated the capture of Cole, and negotiated his release along with others in exchange for regaining control of the fort and freeing the captives. Liverpool remained unaffected by pirates for the remainder of the conflict.