# ReleasableAccidentes

BARDID: GA-2021-0061
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Harding
NearestCityorTown: HAMILTON
County: HARRIS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Thursday, October 14, 2021, I, Game Warden (GW) received a call from GW. GW1 was off-duty and had received a call in reference to a boating incident on Lake Harding the previous night. GW1 forwarded me the contact info of the operator that was reporting the incident. 

	Operator gave me a summary of the incident. Operator had launched his vessel from the Idle Hour boat ramp at 20:10 hours. He then headed south in order to avoid the shallow area in the middle of the lake between Idle Hour boat ramp and the mouth of Osanippa Creek. He was heading to meet a fishing partner located at the Valley Park Boat Ramp in Alabama. Operator stated that in order to be extra-cautious during the darkness, he traveled much further south than he usually would to make the turn back North. As Operator reached the southernmost portion of the shallow area, he was executing a right-handed turn at approximately 40 MPH. He was headed North at approximately 20:15 hours. As he was completing the turn, he realized that a pontoon boat was drifting in the middle of the channel without lights.

	 Operator stated that he shifted his vessel into neutral, but that he was too close for his vessel to stop in time. The pontoon was facing North, as though it was headed to Halawakee Creek. Operator stated that the port-side bow of the vessel impacted, ramped onto, and became lodged on top of the starboard-side stern of the pontoon boat. Operator said the top of the pontoon boat was dislodged and floating in the water and that there was substantial damage to the railing on the pontoon. The pontoon boat had one occupant, the operator, and neither of the operators were injured in the crash. 

	Operator informed the operator of the pontoon that he was calling 911 and that they should travel to the Valley Park boat ramp to wait on law enforcement personnel. The unknown operator of the pontoon boat began to act strange, according to Operator. The operator started looking around his vessel and mumbling to himself. Operator pulled the pontoon boat's railing off of the bow of his vessel and observed the pontoon boat make a series of slow, 360-degree turns, likely to give the impression that he was heading to the ramp. The pontoon boat then fled, heading into Osanippa creek, again without lights. Operator attempted to follow the vessel, but did not feel comfortable due to the other operator's behavior and vessel's continued lack of proper lighting. He stated that he followed the wake of the vessel as long as he could. Operator then returned to Valley Park boat ramp. Alabama Marine Patrol officers met with Operator the next morning and informed him that the crash occurred in Georgia waters, and that they would not be investigating. He then reported the incident to GW.

	 He filled out a Department of Natural Resources' witness statement form and completed a hand-drawn diagram of the crash (PDF attachment). I used my state-issued cell phone and body camera application to take photos of the damages to the vessel (attached in Word document). I observed that Operator had all of his required safety equipment and that his lights were functioning properly. He also showed two photos he had taken of the other vessel, and a video where the subject stated that his lights had "just quit working." Operator stated that he lost approximately $1000 in fishing rods/reels, approximately $1000 due to his lost sonar unit, and $800 due to the broken trolling motor. 

	After meeting with Operator, I traveled to Lake Harding and searched the lake by vessel for any sign of the pontoon vessel. GW1 and I returned to the lake the next day to search by river boat, as the creeks were too shallow for patrol vessels.
No other operator has come forward to report the crash, no sightings of the damaged pontoon vessel have been


BARDID: GA-2021-0062
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little River
NearestCityorTown: NORMAN PARK
County: COLQUITT
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 24, 2021, at 20:54 hours, I was notified via Colquitt County 911 Dispatch of a boating incident at Reed Bingham State Park. 

I contacted the owner/operator of the vessel. Operator stated at approximately 20:00 hours, he was operating his vessel, a white/red 21 ft. 2006 Stratos (GA Reg# GA5285MP/HIN# GSNPX260A606), when it struck an unknown object under the water, disabling the vessel. Operator and his occupant were able to make it to the landing and trailer the vessel. After which, Operator contacted Reed Bingham State Park Assistant Manager via the after-hours park office number to report the boating incident and notified Colquitt County 911 dispatch. Operator provided me with photographs of the damage and stated he would be transporting the vessel to get a damage/repair estimate the following day and would meet with me the same day. The vessel appeared the have sustained damage to the lower/propeller unit of the motor, a Suzuki 250 hp outboard. No injuries were reported in the incident and the subjects did not request medical attention. The vessel is currently undergoing a repair estimate.


BARDID: GA-2021-0063
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Flint River
NearestCityorTown: WARWICK
County: WORTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
	On June 18, 2021 at approximately 1426 hours, I received an email from the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division office to contact owner/operator of stranded vessel.  I contacted Operator and he advised he launched his vessel from Cromartie Beach Landing and traveled upriver past the north sand bar (Dougherty County), where he hit an object in the water at approximately 40 miles per hour.  

Operator advised the outdrive was inoperable and he thought the vessel had hull damage due to a small amount of water inside the vessel near the stern.  I asked Operator, “Did anyone aboard the vessel sustain any injuries during the incident?”  Operator advised that no one was injured.  I advised Operator that I was on the way and gave him instructions to make sure everyone had a personal floatation device (PFD), turn the bilge pump on if operable, and to contact me if current conditions changed.  

	Corporal and I launched our patrol vessel from Cromartie Beach landing, where I operated our vessel to the shoals (hazardous area), at which point I requested Corporal to take over operation because he was more experienced with this portion of the Flint River.  We located Operator’s vessel approximately 3.5 miles north of the Dougherty County sand bar.  After assessing the vessel, Corporal advised Operator and his female passenger that we would tow them to the nearest landing.  We advised them to monitor the water level within their vessel and let us know if it began to take on more water.  After towing the vessel approximately 1.3 miles, it began taking on water rapidly and started to sink, near a residence.

Corporal attempted to navigate the vessel to the bank but could not control the vessel due to the amount of water it had taken on.  As the vessel was sinking, I advised both wearing PFD’S, to exit the vessel to prevent entrapment.  Both occupants were recovered uninjured.  Upon arrival at Cromartie Beach Landing, I gathered additional information from them and advised Operator to make plans to recover the vessel from the river.


BARDID: GA-2021-0064
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:01:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: OAKWOOD
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
In conclusion based on witness statements and evidence gathered through the investigation of the incident that occurred on April 18, 2021, both people jumped off the pontoon vessel in the Chattahoochee River Channel on Lake Lanier.  After swimming near the vessel, both began to struggle to swim and could not make it back to the vessel.  

The video shows Victim1 drown as a result of being unable to make it back to the vessel.  After Victim1 drowned, Subject1 made an effort to drive the vessel in circles to rescue Subject2.  During the rescue attempt Subject3 fell overboard.  The occupants on the pontoon vessel were unable to rescue Subject2 and Subject3 from the water.  

Both Subject2 and Subject3 were rescued by another person, who entered the water from another boat to rescue them.  It is in my opinion that marijuana and alcohol consumption by both the pontoon vessel occupants and the swimmers from the pontoon vessel was a contributing factor.   In my opinion this contributed to Victim1 struggling to swim and impeded the vessel occupants ability to rescue Victim1.  At the time of this report the body of Victim1 has not been located.


BARDID: GA-2021-0065
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Burton
NearestCityorTown: TIGER
County: RABUN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/16/2021 at approximately 2:30 pm, i game warden (gw), with the georgia department of natural resources law enforcement division (ga dnr led) responded to 891 limber lost trail in rabun county, ga in reference to a boating incident that occurred on lake burton. Dispatch advised the 13 year old victim was struck by the vessel propeller and that a life light was about to transport her to the hospital.

Upon my arrival, it was determined the incident was not as serious as reported. The victim and her parents refused medical attention and transported the victim to mountain lakes hospital. After getting necessary information from the vessel, i met with the parents and the victim of incident. 

After arriving to the hospital, i spoke with the operator and father of the victim. Operator stated that he was pulling his daughter and victim and a family friend on the tube behind the boat. He stated that both children fell off the tube and he attempted to retrieve them. When the swimmers were returning to the boat, victim got too close to the propeller and was struck in the right leg. Operator stated that he thought the vessel was in neutral and that the propeller was not moving. After the incident, they retrieved victim from the water and transported her back to the house. From there they saw that she had a cut about 6 inches in length on her right leg. They decided to take her to the hospital on their own. 

No citations were issued due to no foul play.

Nothing further at this time


BARDID: GA-2021-0066
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/18/2021 at approximately 1340 hours, I, Game Warden responded to a boating incident with injury that occurred on Lake Lanier at Van Pugh South. Upon arrival at Pigtales, I spoke with the owner of the two jet skis and one of the operators. There was a major language barrier as the individuals could not speak english very well. The incident did occur at Van Pugh South, but the owner and friends brought the other operator along with the jet skis to Pigtales to notify someone as he was injured in the wreck. 

Operator2 was transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville prior to my arrival. The owner stated he was on another vessel when he watched his two friends criss crossing each other on the jet skis at Van Pugh South. Operator1 stated he went to cross back over in front of the other operator Operator2 and hit him in the left side of the vessel as well as subject. At the hospital, Game Wardens spoke with Operator2 and he stated they were criss crossing each other whenever operator1 hit his vessel and him. Operator2 did have injuries to his left arm and abdomen. 

Photos were taken of the two jet skis and are uploaded into Visual Lab. Photos were copied via word documents to the report. 

There was no insurance on either of the jet skis.

Operator2 did suffer severe abdomen injuries which required surgery. No other injuries were reported.


BARDID: GA-2021-0067
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/02/2021 at approximately 1704 hours, I, Game Warden was notified by Gainesville Dispatch that a boating accident had occurred at Holiday Marina. I spoke with the complainant over the phone. Subject1 stated a large cabin cruiser hit his swimming platform on his boat which was docked inside a slip at Dock O inside Holiday Marina. Subject1 estimated the damage to be over $2,000.00. I did speak to the operator of the large boat. 

Operator1 stated he was waiting to get fuel at the gas dock whenever the wind pushed his boat away from the dock. He did not realize this until his boat was about to collide with the swimming platform of Subject1's boat. As he made the adjustment to manuever away from Subject1's boat, Operator1 did hit Subject1's boat and the metal dock which caused damage to his own swimming platform. Operator1 estimated the damage to be around $200.00. Pictures and witness statements were sent via email by both parties and the gas dock attendant.


BARDID: GA-2021-0068
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On September 6, 2021, at approximately 19:15 hours, I, Cpl. with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division (DNR LED) was notified by dispatch of a boating incident with injuries between Van Pugh Park and Holiday Marina.  

At Holiday Marina, I spoke with subject who said that he and several friends were riding PWCs near the sandbar at Van Pugh Park.  Three of the PWCs were in front of a fourth PWC being operated by Operator.  Operator hit a wake with his PWC and was ejected.  Passerbys on another vessel retrieved Operator from the water and transported him to Holiday Marina for medical attention.

On September 9, 2021, I spoke with Operator by phone.  Operator confirmed that he was ejected from his PWC after hitting a large wake.  Operator said he flipped several times through the air and landed in the water on his shoulder and hand.  Operator said he sustained torn ligaments and muscles in his shoulder and neck and is scheduled to have surgery soon to repair the injuries.

There was no damage to the PWC and barring new information otherwise, no further action is expected.


BARDID: GA-2021-0069
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On October 9, 2021, I Game Warden was sent by my supervisor Sgt. to Port Royal Marina in order to obtain information about a boating incident that occurred earlier in the year. When I arrived, I met a man who was a manager of the rental boats at Port Royal Marina. 

Manager provided me with a packet that contained information regarding a boat that had run aground and broken its prop and caused major damage to the lower unit of the motor. In the packet I was given paperwork evidence that a subject1 had rented a boat on August 13, 2021. The paperwork also showed that she had conducted a safety briefing along with a visual inspection of the boat to ensure that it had no damage prior to her renting it. The paperwork also showed that she agreed to be the sole operator of the vessel. 

According to Manager Operator then left with the boat from Port Royal Marina and a short time later she called stating that they had run aground and that they had had a problem with the boat. Manager then made his way to the boat following GPS coordinates and when he arrived, he found that the prop had been damaged severely in that one of the blades had been knocked off. Manager replace the prop and Operator when underway again however after a short time Operator called the marina again stating the boat was not running. 

Manager returned to the boat and towed it back to Port Royal Marina. The boat was taken into the service garage where it was found that the lower unit had completely cracked which necessitated major repairs. The packet also contained a printout from the GPS Tracker that all Port Royal Marina Rental Boats have that showed that the boat had driven over a shoal near the two-mile island chain. 

Operator was made aware of the damages to the boat, but she has made no contact with the marina and made no contact with law-enforcement. I have also called her cell phone and received no contact but left messages.


BARDID: GA-2021-0070
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 6, 2021 Game Warden First Class (GWFC) and Corporal (Cpl) were towing a vessel that was stranded in the middle of Shoal Creek to the docks at Margaritaville. GWFC began to pull into one of the double slips at Margaritaville with the tow rope still attached to both vessels. 

GWFC attempted to swing his vessel into the slip in a manner that would allow for the vessel being towed to go at an angle and pull beside GWFC vessel. However, the tow rope was not long enough to swing the towed vessel at an angle and the wind was blowing the vessel being towed into GWFC vessel. The bow of the vessel being towed struck the engine of GWFC vessel and damaged the boat cowling, no other damages where reported.


BARDID: GA-2021-0071
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Chatuge
NearestCityorTown: HIAWASSEE
County: TOWNS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 12, 2021 at approximately 12:00 hours the manager at Young Harris Water Sports called and reported that a client had brought back a rented PWC with damage to the hull of the PWC. Subject (the man who rented the PWC) informed me that he was swimming with his family around the beach area on Lake Chatuge.  He heard a loud noise towards the direction of the anchored PWC and when he looked that way he observed a black and orange jet ski speeding away with two white males aboard.  Subject swam over to the rented PWC and noticed it had a large gash in the hull of the PWC. No further info was given.  Pictures of the damage are included in the attachments, also a diagram of how the two PWC's  possibly collided is attached.  No further action was taken.


BARDID: GA-2021-0072
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Oconee
NearestCityorTown: EATONTON
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Vessel destruction
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
I Game Warden with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division was approached about a possible boating incident that had occurred on May 15, 2021 on Lake Oconee. 

Subject1 stated Subject2 had rented a vessel from their establishment, Anchors Marina and returned the vessel that had obvious damage to the motor and bimini top. The subjects had left the area once the boat had been returned to the marina.

Operator met with me at Anchors Marina to look at the damaged boat. While Operator was at the marina I received information that while operating the boat individuals aboard the boat had also rented four paddle boards from Oconee Wild located at 1135 Lake Oconee Parkway. Two of the boards belonging to Oconee Wild were returned damaged according to Oconee Wild owner. The boards were damaged in a way to indicate the motor of the boat (GA6414YW) had caused damage to the boards while Operator was operating the vessel. Operator stated the boards were placed up against the motor and had repeatedly hit the motor throughout the day. Operator stated an occupant of the boat damaged the bimini top while they were stationary. A subject leaned against the rail of the top subsequently breaking the connection. No one on the vessel sustained any injury during these events. All rented items were returned to each company. No citations or warnings were issued.


BARDID: GA-2021-0073
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Operator behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/16/20201 at 1635 hours, Cpl. and Game Warden were patrolling Lake Lanier. We received call of a drowning incident at West Bank Park. We arrived on scene at 1641 hours and spoke with the witnesses at the scene. During the investigation, the witnesses stated that their brother was on a paddle board and a pool noodle fell off the board and he attempted to retrieve it. 

While swimming to retrieve the float, he began to get exhausted and went under water. Subject stated he went under at 1615 hours. One witness stated he was down for 10 seconds, resurfaced, and yelled for help before going down once again. At this time, Victim never resurfaced. Witnesses did state he could swim, but he had a few beers while out with his family. At 1720 hours, Hall County Fire Department divers retrieved victim. He was about 30 yards from the bank and about 17 feet of the water. The Forsyth County deputy coroner notified the next of kin at 1820 hours. The deputy coroner determined it was a drowning and no autpsy was needed.


BARDID: GA-2021-0074
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/17/2021 at approximately 0230 hours, Subject1 heard the engines on a neighbor’s' houseboat crank.  A few minutes later she heard the engines being revved up very loudly. Subject1 stated the back of her boat was hit and lifted out of the water by the other houseboat shortly after. She said the collision threw her around in the cabin of the houseboat as the boat rocked from side to side. She was able to look outside the window to see that another houseboat did collide with her boat. The houseboat attempted to back up and Subject1 could hear metal on metal screeching as the boat attempted to get off hers. After several minutes, the houseboat was able to get off and backed away from Subject1' boat. She stated the houseboat continued to leave the docking area and returned about an hour later to their slip. Subject1 stated the boat returned to slip inside of Dock #8. Neither party attempted to speak to the other party about the incident after it occurred that night. 

During the investigation, I, Game Warden spoke with the owner of the houseboat that was suspected of causing the collision. The owner stated he was not on his houseboat the night that the collision occurred as he was with his daughter in another county. He stated there was no damage on his boat. 

I returned to the dock with Sgt. and examined each of the vessels in question.  Vessel 2 had damage to a lift on the starboard stern as well as a bent railing and a weld that appeared to be freshly broken, and a gouge in the starboard side of a swim ladder that was bent as well. The bow of the boat had a large dent that included a bent railing and a broken weld.  Upon further examination it appeared as if the weld might have been broken for some time due to the discoloration of the metal and dust and dirt inside the broken weld.  I observed no corresponding damage to the dock that would have been caused by the vessel.

Vessel 1 had fresh gouges on the starboard bow that were approximately the same height from the waterline as the damage to the swim ladder on vessel two.  Vessel 1 also had a small dent in the bow that could possibly have been caused by striking the rear of vessel 2. Vessel 1 also had a large bent piece on the starboard stern, a broken weld, and dented metal.

The owner of vessel 1 was adamant that neither him nor anyone with whom he was associated with was driving his boat during the night in question.  

A lead was brought to my attention during the investigation. This led me to speak with the owner of another houseboat at Point Royale. He stated he was not out on his houseboat the night of the collision. I did look at his boat in slip at Dock 10. No evidence was observed that his boat was in any type of collision. 

I have been unable to determine who was driving the vessel that struck Vessel 2 or determine with absolute certainty that Vessel 1 was the boat that struck it although it is a possibility.

Any estimates included in this report were provided by the parties involved and are in no way a representation of the opinions of the investigating officers.

No charges have been made at this time.


BARDID: GA-2021-0075
State: GA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-01-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Tuesday January 26, 2021 at approximately 1438 hours I, Game Warden (GW) received a phone call from the Georgia State Patrol radio room concerning a boat on fire at Bald Ridge Marina. A dock worker noticed the boat on fire and called the fire department. The vessel was docked at slip and no one was on board. The fire resulted in a total loss of the vessel as well as fire damage to the dock slip and dock box. There was no apparent damage to other vessels in the vicinity. When I arrived at the location the vessel had sunk. 

It was a 1993 Captiva 23-foot houseboat with the registration GA 6054 JB.  During my conversation he could not think of a reason as to why his vessel caught on fire. He stated that the vessel had no breaker problems and had a brand-new air conditioning and heating unit. He intends on having the remains of his boat pulled out of the water by Tow Boat USA.


BARDID: GA-2021-0076
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:58:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tobesofkee
NearestCityorTown: MACON
County: BIBB
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
  The incident occurred on July 24, 2021 at 0158 hours (1:58 am), according to witness’ Operator2 was operating recklessly, at high rate of speed for such a small lake and during hours of darkness. Operator2 and Subject1 knew the workers from the Fish and Pig restaurant were in another vessel on Lake Tobesofkee. In their own statements they were looking for vessel 01to meet up with them. 

Operator2’s vessel is a Fountain vessel which rides with the bow up slightly when on plane. The windshield on Operator2’s vessel is very dark and if you are in a fully seated position you cannot see through it, especially at night in the dark. Those two factors alone should have made Operator2 drive more cautious on the water. We know from security camera videos Operator2’s vessel (vessel 02) drives directly at vessel 01 strikes vessel 01 and then ramps over vessel 01. 

Vessel 02 lost both of its stern drives in the incident causing it to be inoperable as far as propulsion. The loss of the stern drives left large openings in the motor compartment causing the vessel to fill with water and sink. 

Vessel 01 travelled an additional distance after ramping over vessel 01. We were not able to determine that distance but it was far enough the occupants of both vessels had a hard time hearing one another and seeing one another. Occupants of vessel 01 thought vessel two had fled the scene because of the distance. Vessel 02 still had its lights on when subject2 came and picked up Operator2. Vessel 01’s lights were turned off and made inoperable due to vessel 02 impacting and destroying the driver’s console. Operator2’s reckless operation caused the death of one person and the injuries to the other six occupants of vessel 01.


BARDID: GA-2021-0077
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:58:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Savannah River
NearestCityorTown: SAVANNAH
County: CHATHAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Investigators Final Analysis

Based on interviews, witness statements, knowledge, training, experience, investigation, reconstruction techniques, and the information available to me at the time of the investigation the facts show: On April 10, 2021 operator was operating his 2002 Proline in the Savannah River.  His wife and son were riding behind him on the deck against the transom.  

They were traveling upriver towards Houlihan boat ramp.  Operator’s blood alcohol content was .206 (2.5 times the legal limit).  At approximately 1658 hours, the Proline struck barge (A-4) 4.4 feet from the starboard stern corner.  The Proline was traveling at an approximate speed of 39 mph and struck the barge at an angle between 0 to 10 degrees. 

The Proline struck with such force it crushed the bow hull and separated the top cap from the bow pulpit back to the transom.  Operator hit his head on a part of the Proline which caused the injuries to his face and jaw.  Wife and Son were thrust into the rear of the leaning post, which caused their injuries.  

Barge A-4 was unoccupied and anchored at the time of the incident.  The Proline then slid off the barge’s starboard stern corner.  It was still in gear and made approximately two revolutions to its starboard before it rolled to its port because it was taking on water.  The Proline began to sink.  Water forced wife out of the Proline.  She began swimming with Son in her arms.  The operator drowned.  He was not wearing a life jacket.

At this time, subject1 was across the river operating the Hampton Roads dredge.  He caught the incident out of the corner of his eye.  He immediately sounded the man overboard alarm.  Four crew members boarded a crew boat and drove to the crash location.  While pulling up to the capsized Proline, they saw Wife and Son in the water.  Wife and Son were pulled from the water.  Two entered the water and attempted to located Operator, but they were unsuccessful.  The crew secured the Proline to the barge by wrapping a cable around the starboard engine.  Wife and Son were taken to the Hampton Roads dredge until further help arrived.

Through further questioning, I learned they owned the Proline for approximately 8 to 10 years.  operator replaced the engines himself last year.  It was previously a single engine vessel.  He owned and operated an automotive repair shop and was a mechanic for a long time.  There were no known issues with the vessel.  It was used 20 plus times last summer and two time this summer. She suffered injuries to her left hip which required surgery.  She also had bruising to her right side.  She had a black right eye, cuts on the right side of her mouth, and bruising on her right hand.  Son suffered a head injury and bit his tongue.  He required a few stiches to seal a laceration on the back of his head.  It was estimated to be less than two inches.


BARDID: GA-2021-0078
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-11-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intercoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: KINGS BAY BASE
County: CAMDEN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 11-3-21 CPL was notified by Nassau County Sheriff's Office Deputy of a boating incident that occurred in Georgia. Deputy stated that a 60 foot yacht ran aground near marker #60 and #60A. When the vessel ran aground it threw one of it occupants down inside the cabin causing injuries. 

The captain of the vessel was able to free the grounded vessel and continue south in the Intercoastal Waterway making its way to Nassau Boat ramp. When the vessel arrived at Nassau Boat ramp, EMS was standing by to examine the injured occupant. Victim was transported to Baptist Medical Center for a shoulder injury and a back injury. 

CPL spoke with owner/operator about the series of events. Operator stated that he was following another vessel and traveled on the wrong side of the channel markers which caused his vessel to run aground. Victim was thrown to the bottom of the cabin. Operator was able to assist him with his injuries and proceed south to the nearest known city for medical attention. 

On 11-4-21 CPL attempted to make contact with Victim via phone but no answer. Left voice mail.

On 11-5-21 CPL spoke with Operator and he stated that Victim sustained 3 fractured ribs and a shoulder injury. Victim was getting a ride back home and would not be continuing the trip aboard the vessel. CPL attempted to call Victim but was unsuccessful.

As of 11-29-21 No contact with Victim has been made.


BARDID: GA-2021-0079
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Mary's River
NearestCityorTown: KINGSLAND
County: CAMDEN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 11th, 2021, I, GWFC was notified of an accident involving a collision of two PWC's on the St. Mary's River downriver of Browntown in Camden County. Corporals also responded. Charlton County was initially contacted and Charlton County Sheriff's Deputies also responded to the scene. The damaged PWC was towed by friends of the operator back to Camp Pinckney boat landing in Charlton County.

A PWC operated by Operator 1 stopped suddenly and made a slight turn to the left and another PWC following behind him, attempted to stop but her momentum carried her forward where she collided with his PWC on his left side. The PWC impacted his on his left leg and his left lower back. The colliding vessel impacted the PWC that Operator 1  operated and impacted  the port (Left) side causing several areas of damage including scuff marks, the steering console, breakage of the steering cables causing the vessel to be inoperable, a large dent in the nose bumper, and broke the side view mirror as well. They are a married couple. He is the owner of both vessels. She was uninjured and showed no sign of injury or impairment. He refused need of treatment on scene and showed no signs of impairment. Alcohol was not found to be used by the operators and was not a factor in the incident. Nothing else follows.


BARDID: GA-2021-0080
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Altamaha River
NearestCityorTown: DARIEN
County: MCINTOSH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On Monday, 09/27/2021, I Game Warden, along with Game Warden received a call at approximately 9:20 am, about a distressed vessel that had capsized at the mouth of the Altamaha River in McIntosh County. The dispatcher notified us that there were five occupants onboard the vessel and none had working cell phones.  Dispatch advised that the vessel was underwater but the subjects were on a sandbar. McIntosh fire and rescue made an attempt to rescue but were unable to launch their vessels due to battery issues. 
	At  9:28 Game Wardens were en route to the Brunswick Department of Natural Resources Office in Glynn County, from their location at Ceylon Wildlife Management Area in Camden County.  At 9:37 the Coast Guard was notified in the case the 27' SAFE boat patrol vessel could not reach the subjects on the sand bar. At 10:38 they made contact with all five subjects. The subjects informed that they were all uninjured and safely aboard the commercial shrimp trawler.
	They then navigated to where the vessel was located. The vessel was on a sandbar in the Altamaha Sound where it was rocking side to side in the waves. The vessel was a white Oceanic with twin Yamaha engines. He took pictures of the vessel for documentation. They then navigated back to the shrimp trawler for him to board and get statements from the occupants of the distressed vessel.

There were five people aboard the vessel, but only three were aboard the distressed vessel at the time it drifted into the sandbar.   Operator notified rep that they had left out of Blue N Hall Marina at around 5:30 am to bring supplies to the vessel for fishing. Around 6:15 am they had arrived and were dropping off the fishing supplies. They untied from the trawler around 6:30 am with engines running. Shortly after the engines failed and would not start back. They tried to anchor but it would not catch. They were then carried by a fast moving outgoing tide into the sandbar in the Altamaha Sound. Operator said they were not running when they struck the bar. A recreational fishing vessel picked him and company up from the sandbar and dropped them off on the trawler around 9:00 am. occupants agreed with his statement.  He was asked what he thought was damaged and how much he estimated it to be. He then said the boat would be about thirty five thousand brand new. The owner spent twenty five thousand alone on the motors. When the bar was struck it destroyed the floor and picked the steering, center console, and wiring up out of the boat.
	The captain of the by-standing vessel and deckhand were the other two occupants on the shrimp trawler. The Captain was also brought out for a statement. He and the trawler were out of Gautier, Mississippi. He agreed that Operator was initially out to bring supplies to his vessel and was brought back after his vessel had been barred in the sound. He then concluded his questioning and returned to the patrol vessel. The scene was then cleared.


BARDID: GA-2021-0081
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Laura Walker Lake
NearestCityorTown: WAYCROSS
County: WARE
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 3, 2021, at approximately 1530 hours, Corporal, reporting officer, was flagged down by a boater as I entered the boat ramp area on Laura S. Walker State Park lake. The operator of the boat stated that he had contacted Ware County EMS due to an injured tuber.  

Subject stated he was towing a tube with three people onboard the tube and subject2 in the vessel as an observer. Subject stated that when he made the turn at the west end of the lake, the tube slid and the occupants fell off the tube, dislocating one person’s right shoulder. I spoke with victim and he stated that he had previously dislocated his shoulder, and it dislocated again. Ware County EMS arrived on scene and transported Victim to Memorial Satilla Health hospital in Waycross GA. Subject2 stated that his shoulder was dislocated and Dr. had put his shoulder back in place and he had been released from the hospital.

End of Report


BARDID: GA-2021-0082
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Altamaha River
NearestCityorTown: EVERETT
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On April 30, 2021 at approximately 1800 hours, I, Game Warden received a call from GSP dispatch in reference to a boating incident on the Altamaha River near the Altamaha River Park in Glynn county. Dispatch informed me that a single boat incident had occurred in which the victim was under the bow of the boat and that the bow of the boat had struck the victim. 

I started en route to Altamaha Park and called Corporal who happened to be nearby and had a patrol boat close. He told me that he would be en route with his patrol boat. When I arrived on scene the victim had just been transported back to the boat ramp by the witness  and was being loaded in the ambulance for transport to highway 341, where life flight was going to transport to Memorial hospital in Savannah.  

I spoke with Corporal, who arrived on scene just a few minutes prior, and he informed me that Sergeant was en route. He also stated that he arrived as the victim was being off loaded from the witness vessel. He also said that the victim was standing on the boat ramp under his own power, with assistance, as EMS personnel put a neck brace on and loaded him on a stretcher. We launched a patrol vessel to follow the witness up river to the location of the vessel and the incident location. When Sgt. arrived we headed up river from the park boat ramp. 

We located the vessel and incident site up river, between gamecock lake and Fort Barrington, on the west side of the river in Glynn county. When we arrived the vessel was floating, but hung up in some limbs and willow branches near the bank. I noticed that the throttle position was in neutral, the kill switch was still connected, the motor was trimmed down, limbs were broken and laying in the boat, there was blood on the driver seat, pool on the floor, blood on the steering wheel, seats, and along some spots of the gunwale, the digital speedometer was reading 83.6 MPH, the Garmin GPS was still on, the key was bent, the hot foot throttle along with some personnel items were thrown under the front deck and all the way up to the bow, impact location and damage to the port bow, fiberglass damage down the starboard gunwale, impact and damage to the front of the motor cowling and parts on the front of the engine, and the fairing from the stern was torn off and laying in the boat. 

The witness said that the victim was the only one in his vessel. He informed us that he was in his boat following Operator1 as they were headed up river at approximately 50-55 MPH. He stated that Operator1 sped up and then all of a sudden his boat made an immediate left. He also said that when that happened it threw Operator1 in the floor of his boat and before he could recover he went under some limbs. 

From Witness's statements and investigation at the scene, the limb tore off the fairing and impacted the front of the outboard as the bow of the boat impacted a cedar tree on the bank. There was damage and paint transfer on the tree and the limbs that were impacted were broke and laying in the boat. 

Witness said that when the impact stopped the vessel, it threw Operator1, feet first, under the bow of his boat. When Witness approached the boat, he said that all he could see was Operator1's head and arms and blood coming from Operator1's head. He was unconscious at the time. Witness said he then called 911 and it took approximately 5 minutes for Operator1 to regain consciousness. Witness was then able to help Operator1 in his vessel and bring him to the park boat ramp. Witness, who is experienced with these types of vessels, believes that the excessive speed and combination of wind gusts at the time, caused the bow of Operator1's vessel to be blown off course and then it fell of the small running surface, "pad,"  which caused the sudden course change to port. Operator1 was not able to recover from being thrown in the floor of his vessel. 


BARDID: GA-2021-0083
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: ST SIMONS ISLAND
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1730 hours on May 1, 2021, I, Game Warden received a call from dispatch in reference to a boating incident at the Hampton Point Marina, St. Simons Island, Glynn county. I placed the complainant, a call, and he explained to me that while he was trying to back out of his slip, some wave action and wind caught his vessel and slammed his vessel into a docked vessels outboard engine. He stated that it was going to need a report as it damaged the cowling of the docked vessel significantly and his damage was just cosmetic. He also stated that dock staff called the owner of the docked boat to let him know what happened. While en route to the marina, I called the owner of the vessel that was struck and left a voice mail. Operator said that he would stay at the marina until I arrived on scene.
	Once I got to the marina, Operator showed me where the boat was docked and where he was trying to back out of. He also stated that he had 2 other passengers on board with him at the time. I was able to photograph the damage on the engine of the second vessel and on operator's vessel. Strong winds and wave action seem to be the determining factor for the collision. Neither vessels hull, below the waterline, were damaged. I attempted to contact vessel 2's owner multiple times and left a voice mail, but have not heard back from him.


BARDID: GA-2021-0084
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-12-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Jekyll Creek
NearestCityorTown: JEKYLL ISLAND
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On December 22, 2021 at approximately 1320 hours, I, Game Warden was notified of a boating incident at Jekyll Island Harbor Marina on Jekyll creek.  I contacted the captain, of the motor yacht, which was docked at the time, and he informed me that a sailing vessel was trying to leave the dock and lost steering or propulsion and struck the docked vessel.  He stated that he already had pictures and that he operated and took care of the vessel for the elderly owners who were no longer at the vessel.  He stated the offending vessel drifted down river and was able to moor at the Jekyll Island boat ramp dock.
	I arrived on scene and went to the Jekyll Island boat ramp where I met O2, who is the owner and operator of the sailing vessel.  O2 told me that he was docked in front of the V1 and was attempting to leave the dock to continue their journey.  He told me that he was throttling up to get away from the dock and all of the sudden he lost propulsion and control of the vessel.  The strong winds blew the stern of his vessel into the port side of the docked vessel causing damage.  Operator 2's vessel took damage to his mounted grill and bent pipe structure that is part of his vessel.  The docked vessel sustained fiberglass and gel coat damage to the port side. A scratch and another circular spot were noticed and documented.  The motor vessel, is documented as vessel 1 and the sailing vessel Gratitude is documented as vessel 2.  

The cause of the incident is mechanical failure/malfunction.


BARDID: GA-2021-0085
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Banks Lake
County: LANIER
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 25 at about 1500 hours, I was contacted  by Sgt. and told to call Tri-county dispatch in reference to possible boating incident at Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge. 

I spoke with Tri-county dispatch and they advised that they had a Lanier County Deputy Sgt. on scene and provided a contact number. 

I called Sgt. and he advised that a jon boat with two occupants had struck a stump and the boat started taking on water. Sgt. said that the boat sank but that all occupants were safe and had swamp/waded the rest of the way to shore. 

I arrived on scene at about 1521 hours and verified that all persons were accounted for, safe and did not require any medical assistance. 

I spoke with Operator who advised that he was the owner and operator of the vessel and the occupant. Both stories matched in that they had been fishing and were going from spot to spot. While moving to another spot to fish, they ran into a stump that was below the surface of the water. It was estimated that they were not moving any faster then 10-mph when they struck the stump. It was at this time that they started noticing a lot of water coming into the bottom of the boat. 

Operator then gassed the boat and started towards the nearest shore. The boat got to within about 20 yards of the shore when it stopped partially on some floating grass mats. Both occupants exited the boat and swam/waded to shore.  

While talking with the occupants, I did not observe any indications of impairment. Also while assisting with recovery of the vessel, I did not locate any beer bottles/cans or drug paraphernalia. 

The registration on the boat was up-to-date, there were P.F.D.'s on board, navigation lights were on but had been damaged during the recovery. 

Once the boat had been placed on the trailer, I was able to take some pictures of the hole in the bottom of the boat. There was a hole about 4 inches long and about a inch wide in the center of the bottom of the boat. Other damage to the boat as a result of the recovery included damage to two of the pedestal seats, live-well door and navigation lights. Subject also said that there would be damage to the motor since it had been completely submerged.   

Pictures are attached to case as other attachment.


BARDID: GA-2021-0088
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:28:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Mary's River
NearestCityorTown: FOLKSTON
County: CHARLTON
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
While talking to the occupant I observed a visible contusion and abrasion on her forehead as well as several abrasions on her arms. 

The Occupant, Subject1, Stated that her Fiance was the operator of the vessel, a white in color Sea Doo jet boat, and that they were headed up river. Subject1 stated that they were a couple bends up river, when another vessel, a personal watercraft or PWC, was coming down river on the Georgia side. Subject1 said that because of the PWC being on the Georgia side, Operator hugged the Florida side of the river in order to pass the PWC. 

In doing this she stated that some how their vessel started to spin and was perpendicular to the river itself. Then she said that when it spun sideways, there was a tree overhanging on the Florida side of the river that their vessel slammed into. Subject1 said that she stuck her arm up to the branch to "protect" herself. This is what she believes to have hurt her arm. Then she stated that the limb hit Operator in the head knocking him out she believed. The limb itself hit them in a, "clothes line", method she said. 

After making contact with the limb, Subject1 stated that it was then when Operator, while being knocked out, pushed the throttle wide open. This shot them across the River onto the Georgia side, hitting the bank and throwing Operator out of the vessel. 

Subject1 said it was then she got out of the vessel and went to Operator, who was still unconscious to her knowledge, and picked him up by his life jacket and held his head and face out of the water. She then said after picking his head out of the water that Operator started making groaning sounds. Subject1 stayed with Operator until one of the people in their group, who was on a PWC in front of them, turned around after he realized that they were not behind him anymore. 

This PWC operator helped hold Operator's head above the water. 

It was then another PWC operator came by and gave Subject1 a ride back to Trader's Hill landing in order to call for help. 



An off Duty Charlton County Deputy and paramedic hopped into a Jon boat with a good Samaritan at the landing with a back board received from EMS on Trader's Hill and responded to incident site. Subject4 loaded Operator onto the backboard with the aid of other people on scene and they transported Operator back to the landing where EMS was standing by. 

Operator was in the Ambulance upon my arrival. Operator was transported to Shands Hospital in Jacksonville Florida to obtain further treatment.

Myself and CPL, responded to the incident location by vessel to obtain information pertaining to the crash and needed information for report. FWC officers towed Operator's vessel back to Trader's Hill for further processing and information. 

After obtaining all the needed information, the vessel was turned over to family members at Trader's Hill. 

FWC officer, who was the responding officer to Shand's Hospital, provided us with this statement about Operator, 

"On 7/4/2021 at approximately 5:30 p.m. I went to Shand’s Hospital to meet with Operator.  Upon arrival a nurse let me know they had to intubate Operator due to him being combative and unable to respond to commands given.  She let me know they were doing a full CAT scan and I could go to his room and take pictures when they are done.  I we


BARDID: GA-2021-0089
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wilmington River
NearestCityorTown: SAVANNAH
County: CHATHAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 30, 2021 at approximately 1745 hours, Corporal with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division received a phone call from Chatham County Marine Patrol officers in reference to a boating incident involving a Boating Under The Influence and was told to be in route to the Savannah Boat House. We were told that one vessel named Nauti Hottie collided with another vessel (Key West) at a high rate of speed sending the Nauti Hottie on top of the Key West. 

When the Nauti Hottie collided with the Key West, the propeller on the Nauti Hottie was high enough out of the water that it started chopping at the side of the Key West. When the Nauti Hottie collided with the Key West, the Nauti Hottie bent the ski tow bar that was above where the grandmother and the 3 month old baby were sitting. After the incident Operator1 continued driving the vessel into Bull River without checking on the victims. 
	
	The Key West was occupied by four adults and one 3 month old baby. The Nauti Hottie was occupied by 1 adult male and 1 adult female. The Grandmother was sent to the hospital along with the 3 month old baby. When arriving on scene we tied our patrol vessel alongside the Chatham County Marine Patrol's Vessel and spoke with CCMP officers. They advised us who was involved in the incident. 

We spoke with the operator of the Nauti Hottie who was identified as Operator1. Operator1 appeared to be swaying and showed signs of being under the influence. Subject said that she didn't want to lie and admitted that Operator1 was driving the vessel. I wrote out the citations for Boating under the Influence, Reckless operation of Vessel, and Failure to Render Assistance at Boating Incident and filled out the 1205 form for the administrative suspension and read him the official notice to suspend. I went to the hospital and spoke with grandmother and collected a witness statement from her.


BARDID: GA-2021-0091
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Jekyll Creek
NearestCityorTown: JEKYLL ISLAND
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
	On 06/12/2021, I, Cpl. responded to the Jekyll Island Harbor Marina in reference to a boating incident.  When I arrived on scene, Cpl. was already on scene collecting the information of the parties involved.  Operator1 was attempting to dock his 1992 Carver Montego boat in one of the slips when the wind and current caused his vessel to strike two other vessels that were docked at the marina.  Operator1's boat suffered only cosmetic damage to the starboard side.  Two scratches/gouges were photographed on the starboard aft of his boat for report purposes.  
	
	A 34' Parker was one of the vessels struck.  One of the propellers on the 300 h.p., Yamaha four stroke engines was bent.  After speaking with one of the operators of the Parker boat, it is believed that there may be some more damages that have yet to be assessed, possibly some motor trim issues.  Subject plans to have the boat lifted this week and have the damages assessed by a professional.   Subject told me he just had those propellers put on the Parker and they have an approximate price of $450.00 each.
	
	Subject2 owns a 36' Gibson houseboat she keeps at the Jekyll Island Harbor Marina.  She said she was sitting in her boat when she heard what she believed to be another boat having trouble docking.  She went outside just in time to witness Operator1's boat strike both her boat and the 34' Parker.  Her boat is powered by a 90 H.P. Mercury outboard.  The Mercury outboard suffered damage to the propeller.   A moderate sized chunk of the propeller was missing.  A new propeller is estimated in the $150.00 range.


BARDID: GA-2021-0093
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-12-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Savannah River
NearestCityorTown: CLYO
County: EFFINGHAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 12/27/21 I Cpl. received a call from Effingham County dispatch regarding a possible boating incident on the Savannah River near Tuckasee King landing. Dispatch stated that two bass boats had collided up river from Kennedy Lake.

I responded to Tuckasee King landing were I then launched my patrol boat to go and locate the victims and the crash site. Upon my arrival in the area of the crash site I met a small center console type boat moving up river towards Tuckasee King landing. The vessel stopped and the operator began to wave me down. Inside the vessel was  both the operators for the vessels involved in the incident. 

The men identified as Operator1 and Operator2. Both men had entered the water and had been able to climb back in to Operator1 boat. Operator2's boat had capsized after the impact. Both men were wet and cold and needed to be checked out by EMS waiting at Tuckasee King. I told the operator of the center console to proceed to the landing and updated GWFC that the two operators of the vessels were on the way to the landing. GWFC was waiting at the landing when the operators arrived and took their statements on the events of the incident. ( see supplement for statements).

	 I then proceeded to the crash area to locate both vessels involved. The first vessel found was a black in color Triton bass style boat. The boat was capsized and hung up on a submerged tree top down river from the suspected crash site. The vessel also had visible damage and the point of the bow and down port side of the under hull. I then photographed the damage and location of the vessel. 

	The second vessel was found by South Carolina DNR LE further down river tied up a dock on the South Carolina side of the river. The vessel was identified as a green in color Nitro bass style boat. The boat had major damage to the starboard side starting at the helm and extending back towards the outboard engine. The vessel had taken on water and most of the stern on the vessel was flooded.  I then photographed the damage and location of the vessel.

	I then proceeded back to Tuckasee King landing to met with GWFC. Upon my arrival back at the landing I learned the Operator1 had refused EMS care but had later decided to drive himself to the hospital. Operator2 was still on scene giving his statement to GWFC. SGT. had also arrived with a larger patrol boat and we decided to continue our operations out of the larger patrol boat.

	SGT., myself and Operator2 then proceeded to head back to the crash site to try and secure his vessel. SC DNR LE was able to secure Operator1's vessel and tow it back to Tuckasee King land where GWFC was able to take custody of the vessel. SGT. and I were unable to tow Operator2's vessel back to Tuckasee King due to the strong current and the boat had to be left that night at a private landing  down river from the crash site. The vessel was recovered the next day by a private wrecker service at Operator2 expense.

	Based on the evidence collected and statements given at the scene it is my findings that Operator1 was the operator of the at fault vessel in this incident. Based on my findings Operator1 was traveling up river near the Georgia bank and Operator2 was traveling down river also near the Georgia bank. As the two vessel approached each other Operator2 continued to steer closer to the Georgia bank, near the moment of impact Operator1 turned to port crossing in front of Operator2's p


BARDID: GA-2021-0094
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tugalo
County: RABUN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Based on interviews of witnesses, statements, and physical evidence it was determined that subjects had been drinking beer and decided to go tubing. Operator1 was the Operator of the vessel, Subject1 was sitting on a pedestal seat in front of the vessel, while Subject2 and Subject3 were riding the tube. After approximately five to twenty minutes of tubing, Operator1 was pulling the tubers in a southern direction on Lake Tugalo headed towards the dam.  

Operator1 made a hard right turn while Subject2 and Subject3 jumped off the tube to keep from being jerked when the slack came out of the rope.  Operator1, Subject2, and Subject1 said that after Operator1 made his hard right turn, he went back towards the tubers at a high rate of speed.  

Subject1 screamed at Operator1 when he realized he was going to hit Subject2 and Subject3 with the boat.  Operator1 then realized he was going too fast.  Operator1 tried to turn left to avoid hitting the two tubers that were in the water, but the vessel struck both Subject2 and Subject3.  

Subject3 was not wearing a personal flotation device.  Subject3 was knocked unconscious and died of blunt force trauma to the head, neck, and body, complicated by drowning. 

Toxicology reports show Subject3 was tubing in an unsafe manner by tubing with a high concentration of alcohol and drugs in his body, as well as tubing without wearing a personal flotation device.  Toxicology reports and field sobriety exercises show Operator1 was impaired and operating the vessel in a reckless manner at the time of the incident. Operator1 ran over Subject2 and Subject3 with the vessel and caused the death of Subject3.


BARDID: GA-2021-0095
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday July 3rd 2021, we were on vessel patrol on Lake Lanier when we heard a call come out over the radio about a boating incident at Holiday Marina in Big Creek. We immediately made our way to the scene and were accompanied by Hall County fire boat and land-based fire service personnel. We came along to the Big Creek Boat Ramp courtesy dock where victims were being treated by paramedics, and I began getting names of the people aboard the boat. I did an interview with the operator of the boat. 

He stated that he was driving the boat with his wife and two sons when the boat was running a little rough and then suddenly exploded. The vessel was completely engulfed in flames and was burning close to the shore in Big Creek. Everyone jumped out of the boat and were picked up by other boaters. Hall County fire personnel were unable to prevent the boat from burning all the way to the water line. Three occupants were taken to the hospital a male juvenile and an adult female along with operator. All the victims are expected to make a full recovery.

A few days later a video of the event was released on social media. In the video it shows that there is a vapor explosion in the engine compartment that caused the boat to catch fire.


BARDID: GA-2022-0001
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-01-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Seminole
NearestCityorTown: BAINBRIDGE
County: DECATUR
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On January 1st, 2022 at Approximately 12:50 PM , Sgt. otified me of a boating incident on Lake Seminole. Myself and a Seminole County deputy launched a patrol vessel and were able to locate the incident scene at approximately 1:50 PM. All occupants had been transported to Spring Creek Park landing by Decatur County fire rescue. The operator advised that he and the two other occupants of the 16-foot Seminole Bateau were cruising northeast at a low speed outside of the Spring Creek channel near the north edge of the waterfowl refuge when they struck a stump creating a hole in the fiber glass hull. This caused the vessel to take on water and ultimately capsize in a shallow area. All occupants were wearing class III PFDs at the time of the incident and none of them were injured.


BARDID: GA-2022-0002
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-01-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: MILLEDGEVILLE
County: BALDWIN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause3: Overloading
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On January 26th, 2022 I, Cpl. received a call.  Lt. is the supervisor for DNR LED Investigative Unit.  Lt. told me there was a boating incident on Lake Sinclair in Baldwin County, Georgia.  Lt. told me the incident occurred on the night of January 25th, 2022. He told me it was a single vessel incident.  He said one victim was rescued on the night of the 25th, but Victim1's husband was still missing.  Lt. said because the incident involved a boat and a suspected fatality, the incident needed to be investigated by the Critical Incident Reconstruction Team (CIRT).  Lt. told me I was the closest member of CIRT and he needed me to investigate the incident.  I received the call from Lt. at approximately 0930 hours.  I put my CIRT equipment in my truck.  

I arrived at the boat ramp on Lake Sinclair at approximately 1200 hours. Lt. was at the hospital interviewing Victim1.  Victim1 had severe hypothermia when she was rescued the night before. She was recovering in the hospital in Milledgeville, Georgia. The above address is the location of the boat ramp where Victim1 and Victim2 launched their boat on January 25th. I met Sergeant and Game Warden at the boat ramp.  Sgt. is the supervisor for the work section where the incident occurred.  GW is a new member of CIRT and was there to help me process the boat.  Sgt. briefed GW and I about the incident.  Sgt. said Victim1 called Baldwin County 911 at approximately 2000 hours on January 25th.  Victim1 told the 911 operator that her and Victim2 were fishing near Bass Road and the dam. Victim1 said their boat was filling up with water.  Sgt. said the Baldwin County Fire Department located a boat not far from the boat ramp.  The fire department found Victim1 in the area close to where the boat was located.  Sgt. said Victim1 was suffering from severe hypothermia when she was rescued and transported to the hospital.  Sgt.  said a second life jacket was found near the area where the boat and Victim1 were located, but Victim2 was still missing. Sgt. said the area was being searched with our department's side scan sonar for Victim2's body.

Cpl returned from the incident location with the patrol boat.  Cpl. took GW and I to the location where the search and recovery was taking place. The search area and the victim's boat was located in Ferry's Branch not far from the Baldwin County Regional Airport.  The boat was a 17' Bass Tracker aluminum boat.  I took photographs of the boat as Cpl. approached the boat from the stern of the Bass Tracker.  I continued taking photographs of the boat and the contents within the boat as Cpl. drove around the boat from the starboard stern towards the bow of the Bass Tracker.  Cpl. continued around the vessel onto the port side bow area and ended on the port side stern of the Bass Tracker.  I photographed the Bass Tracker and the contents within it as we made our way around the boat.  The boat was anchored off the bow. The foot controlled trolling motor was deployed in the water from the bow as well. There were two green fishing lights still turned on and attached to fishing rod holders on the portside of the boat.  The boat was full of water, but it was still floating. The Bass Tracker was approximately 200 yards or so from the nearest shoreline.  The boat was anchored in approximately 50 foot of water.  We secured most of the items from the Bass Tracker in our patrol boat and towed it back to the boat ramp.

We put the Bass Tracker on the boat trailer and pulled the boat out of the water.  The plug was in the boat, but water started draining out of the boat from screws in the transom.  There were several loose screws and unsealed holes.  

The boat was rated for 4 persons or 575 pounds.  The overall rating of the motor, persons and gear was 1030 pounds.

There were additional signs of improper maintenance given wire ties around the shift linkage.  These were not likely a factor in the incident.

According to the survivor, they started fishing round 1400.  They had motor problems before departure but were able to get underway with the help of someone at the ramp.  They anchored at the bow and stern and fished.  Around 2000, they noticed the boat taking on water.  Subject pulled the stern anchor but they couldn’t get the outboard or trolling motor to work so subject2 called 911.  Subject1 was unable to get a PFD on.  Subject2 fell out of the boat.  Subject1 held onto her until a wave hit.


BARDID: GA-2022-0003
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-04-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday, April 24, 2022, I Game Warden received a call from GSP dispatch at 6:50 AM regarding a boating incident on Lake Lanier in Hall County. Dispatch stated that two vessels had collided at 0640 am earlier that morning throwing three people into the water. The three individuals all who were wearing lifejackets were able to get back into their boats or were picked up by witnesses in another boat. 

The two boats involved in the collision were able to make their way to Gainesville Marina and were awaiting law-enforcement arrival. I responded to Gainesville Marina and arrived on scene at 7:35 AM. As I arrived a Hall County Deputy met with me and provided me with the identification of the three men involved in the incident. The deputy told me that two of the men who were together were both taken to the Hospital while the remaining man was still on board his boat. I then began to look at and scrutinize the two vessels involved. 

I could see that a red 2022 Caymas bass boat had a large hole and strike point in its port side near the bow. I saw that on the other boat a 2022 black Ranger bass boat had significant damage on the bow of the vessel with a large chunk missing from the deck of the bow. I went to the red Caymas and looked at the Lowrance GPS system on board. I was able to track the movement of the Caymas as it was recorded by the system as it moved down the Lake that morning. The Caymas’ Lowrance system showed that it was heading southwardly down the Chattahoochee River on the right-hand side of the channel has it was approaching a bend in the lake. Suddenly the vessel started making large right circle turn also known as a the “circle of death” indicating that the driver was not wearing his kill switch when he was thrown overboard. 

I went to the other boat a 2022 black Ranger bass boat and asked the operator if I could look at his Hummingbird GPS system and he consented to my request. When I looked at operator1’s GPS system, I saw how his vessel was coming northwardly up the Chattahoochee River heading toward the bend in the lake on the left-hand side of the channel. The system showed that the Ranger boat continued to turn left as it rounded the bend in the lake. I spoke to Operator1 about what I was seeing on the system and Operator1 stated “I cut in sharp to avoid him and he cut in the same way as me”

I then met with the two witnesses who had helped rescue the men and brought them to Gainesville Marina. They stated that they were about 150 yards behind the Caymas bass boat going in the same direction when they saw the Ranger bass boat turn to its left and collide with the Caymas bass boat. 

I left the marina and went to Northeast Georgia Medical Center and interviewed the two men who had been taken to the Emergency Room. I met operator2 and his wife in the ER and had his wife assist in writing his statement due to the pain Operator2 was in. Operator2 stated he was the operator of the Caymas bass boat and that he was driving the boat south at about 60 miles per hour when as he was approaching the bend in the lake, he saw the Ranger bass boat. He stated that he kept turning right to stay out of the Rangers way but that the Ranger kept coming towards his boat. He stated that before he was hit, he turned his vessel hard to try to avoid the collision but was struck by the Ranger bass boat anyways. I spoke to the other man who was in the boat and his statement was the same as Operator2’s. Operator2 told me that he had all of his navigation lights on at the time of the incident.

I left the Hospital and called Operator1 who had put his Ranger bass boat onto its trailer and asked to meet him. We met at Gainesville Marina so I could take pictures of his boat. I noticed there where small paint transfers of red paint on to the black hull of the Ranger bass boat and He stated that the Caymas had struck the Ranger bass boat several times while it was circling after the collision.  The Ranger bass boat lights were working.  The Caymas boat said the lights were on his boat.

The Ranger boat drove on the wrong side of the channel/bend and struck the Caymas boat while it was driving south and on the correct side of the channel/bend.


BARDID: GA-2022-0005
State: GA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2022-02-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:10:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ogeechee River
NearestCityorTown: RICHMOND HILL
County: BRYAN
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Febuary 5, 2022 at approximately 1245 hours, Sergeant and I, Game Warden First Class, responded in reference to a potential drowning in the Ogeechee River. Game Wardens were informed of a white male and a dog that were on a canoe that capsized. The dog made it to land, but the male did not. When Game Wardens arrived onscene Bryan County had divers in the water searching for the victim. 

	I spoke with Bryan County deputies and they informed me that the current took the victim from 30 feet off of one dock down to the next where he became exhausted and was taken under water. Game Wardens were on scene with The Coast Guard, Bryan County Fire Department, Bryan County Sheriff Department, and Chatham County Marine Patrol. The victim was recovered deceased by Bryan County Fire Department divers at approximately 1510 hours. 

	I was unable to interview witnesses at the time, but did so on February 13, 2022. One witness confirmed that the boat had been taking on water due to the water conditions that day. The water was very choppy and was coming over the back of the canoe and as it turned around it began to capsize. The dog and owner were thrown off the vessel. The owner swam towards a dock where he was thrown a life ring. Owner then saw that his dog was still struggling and swam back for it, leaving the life ring where he was at. The dog was in a frantic state and as Owner attempted to get his dog closer to land, the dog drained a lot of energy out of Owner. The dog made it to land while Owner who was tired floated towards the next dock. A witness attempted to save Owner, but was unable to reach him. Owner went under water and did not surface until Bryan County divers located him.

	I spoke with the son on February 20, 2022 and was able to get information on his father and the vessel. The Vessel was an Army Green Gheenoe with a trolling motor. He told me that his father had left his dock and was taking it upriver to give his dog a ride and test it out. He also told me that the reason that his father possibly went back for the dog was because Owner "had a habit of tying his dog up." The vessel was unregistered, but I was able to get some information for the vessel. The Gheenoe was unable to be found.


BARDID: GA-2022-0006
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:10:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wilmington River
NearestCityorTown: SAVANNAH
County: CHATHAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 5, 2022 at approximately 0331 hours, I, Cpl. of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, received a phone call from Sgt. of the Gerogia Department of the Natural Resources and was advised to report to Savannah Yacht Club in reference to a possible fatality boating incident that had occurred earlier in the morning.  While enroute, I called Officer of the Chatham County Police Department to get a brief summary of the incident.  I arrived on scene at approximately 0433 hours. It was still dark at this time. The wind and water were calm and the skies appeared to be clear.   

After arriving on scene, I briefly spoke with Chatham County Marine Patrol Sgt. about the incident and then I began to collect evidence.  I walked down to the vessel that was tied to the dock and recorded the vessel damage with my Visual Labs app on my work mobile phone. There was obvious damage to the starboard bow of the vessel along the gunwale and damage farther down the starboard side of the vessel along the gunwale. There was a large amount of blood, thick bloody matter, and blood transfer patterns in the rear area of the vessel directly behind the center seat. 

After observing the vessel,  I talked with owner/operator and asked him to explain what happened.  Operator said they had just left the dock in Thunderbolt and were heading offshore to the Gulfstream to fish.  Operator stated he had activated a route on the chart plotter that would autopilot the vessel to the Wassaw Sound sea bouy.  Operator said he had the autopilot engaged on the vessel and he noticed the autopilot was taking the vessel closer to the marker (unlit red marker #38)..  Operator said he began to pull back on the throttle and that is when they struck the marker.  

Occupant was injured during the vessel impact with the marker.  Report stated Victim had head and facial injuries.  After they hit the marker they brought the vessel to Savannah Yacht Club.  Emergency medical services (EMS) had already transported Victim to Memorial Medical Center (MMC) Emergency Room by the time I arrived on scene.  Cpl. of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources checked on Victim's status at the hospital.  Subject advised via phone that Victim had been pronounced dead at 0349 hours. 

Occupant stated he was sitting down on a bean bag type seat in the rear port side of the vessel putting on bibbs when they struck the marker and was not aware of what happened.  Both Operator and he provided written statements

We then went by vessel to check for damage/evidence on marker #38.  There was clear and obvious damage/evidence on the marker from the vessel which included paint transfer marks and small pieces of pink fiberglass that corroborated Operator's statement of what happened.  I did not see any obvious evidence indicating Victim impacted the marker.  After taking pictures of the marker, we went back over to the vessel location and looked over the vessel again.  We released the vessel back to Operator at this time.  We then returned to SKIO. After leaving SKIO, I went to MMC to obtain more detailed information about Victim's injuries.   At that time, they did not have any specific details about Victim's injuries.  After leaving MMC, I went to the Chatham County Coroner's office on East 67th St.


BARDID: GA-2022-0007
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Blue Ridge Lake
NearestCityorTown: MORGANTON
County: FANNIN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 14, 2022 at approximately 1500 hours, I (Cpl. with DNR - Law Enforcement) received a call from Fannin County Dispatch that a PWC had collided with a Pontoon boat at Lakewood boat ramp on Blue Ridge Lake. I responded to the Lakewood boat ramp parking lot and met with Sgt. of the Fannin County Sheriff's Office. Sgt. identified the pontoon boat that was involved and it's owner. He also identified the PWC and it's operator, according to witnesses. 

The owner of the pontoon, VESSEL (V01: TRACKER MARINE GROUP / 2017 / 22 F / BLACK / GA0494PW ) was identified. The operator of the PWC, VESSEL (V02: BOMBARDIER CANADA / 2018 / 11 F / ORANGE / GA0603TC ) was identified, with his only passenger being a juvenile. The PWC is a rental from Blue Ridge Boat Rentals. Subject1 signed for and rented the PWC, according to the rental agreement. 

Operator1 said that he docked his pontoon boat at the curtesy dock, next to Lakewood boat ramp. He went to get his truck and trailer to back it down the ramp when an orange PWC "came up at a high rate of speed" and hit the starboard side of the outboard motor of the moored pontoon. The pontoon was stationary, tied to the dock, and didn't have anyone on it. He saw the operator drop off a passenger. Operator1 exchanged words with the operator, Operator2, before Operator2 drove off without stopping to address the vessel collision. 

Operator2 said that he was trying to drop his passenger off but he turned the PWC off in an effort to stop the PWC. He said that he has been turning the PWC off in order to stop. He said that the previous times that he stopped the PWC by turning it off, it kept going a little ways as the water pushed it forward. Operator2 said the he was approximately 10 feet away from the pontoon boat before he realized he needed to stop. Operator2 turned off the PWC and it continued towards the pontoon and struck it's motor. After the collision, Operator2 dropped his passenger off and then left to go and get a different passenger. A while later, Operator2 returned to Lakewood boat ramp with a different passenger. Operator2 said he had not completed a boating education course or any boating training. 

I observed damage on the starboard side of the black Mercury, four stroke motor, that was on the pontoon boat. There was damage located near the bottom of the cowling and just below the cowling. The fiberglass had been smashed to the point where the damaged area showed the white fiberglass instead of the smooth, black finish. 

I observed damage and paint transfer on the bow and starboard side of the PWC. At the bow, I could see scuff marks on the black, hard plastic of the PWC. I saw a gouge in the black fiberglass that is just bigger than a Quarter and it was located on the starboard side, just above the number 3 of its registration (GA0603TC). Further down the starboard side, I observed tears in the "SEA DOO" sticker that was located under the rub rail. There was a tear in the D and in the E. I saw black paint transfer the E and again near the stern of the PWC on the GTI label and just under the HIN of the PWC. I saw two scratches in the orange sticker near the GTI label as well.  

Blue Ridge Boat Rental advised that they take pictures of their vessels before they are rented. They showed me their before pictures of the Orange PWC and I observed that the Quarter sized gouge, located above the number 3 of its registration was visible in the before picture. The rental agreement that was signed stated "the equipment will be operated by the renters named in this agreement" and "renter will not allow any person under the age of 25" to operate the watercraft. 


BARDID: GA-2022-0008
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 03/06/2022 at approximately 1245 hours, I, Game Warden and Corporal were notified of a jet ski wreck with injury at Tidwell Park. Forsyth County Fire and EMS arrived prior to our arrival and checked the victim for his injuries. 

During the investigation, I spoke with the individual who was operating the jet ski. He stated he was going across the water and hit a wake causing him to hit his head on the jet ski's handle bar. 

He did say he was unconscious for a period of time. As he woke up, he realized he was inside an ambulance. He refused medical treatment from Fire and EMS. Shortly after, he was transported by a private vehicle to seek medical treatment at Northside Forsyth Hospital. He stated he did have a couple of lacerations on his face which required staples , but no other injuries were present. There was no alcohol present. The jet ski did not have damage. No photos were taken.


BARDID: GA-2022-0009
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 3/6/22 at approximately 12:50 hours, while on vessel patrol on Lake Lanier, I was called to a boat incident by dispatch that was reported to be located near Port Royal Marina.  I arrived on scene at approximately 12:56 hours, and I observed a capsized vessel just outside the no wake zone of the marina.  I was flagged down by several people in a pontoon boat.

Subject1 was onboard the pontoon boat and he said that he owned the capsized vessel, which was a SeaPro center console.  Subject1 stated that he was towing a hydro lift from Port Royal to University Yacht Club.  He said that the hydro lift was approximately 60 feet behind his vessel as he towed it.  He said that it was tied to the stern starboard cleat and he was moving at about 2 knots.  He said that he saw the hydro lift take on water due to swamping, and he put his vessel in neutral.  He said that he saw the hydro lift sink and it immediately pulled his boat down and capsized it.  Subject1 said that he was able to remain on top of the hull of the overturned vessel until he was rescued by the pontoon boat.  TowBoatUS towed his vessel back to shore.

I gathered statements from other occupants of the pontoon boat that rescued Subject1 which corroborate his account.  I have attached all the statements collected to this report.  I had taken several photographs of the capsized vessel while I was on scene, and they are located on the Department's Visual Labs system.


BARDID: GA-2022-0010
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Russell
NearestCityorTown: ELBERTON
County: ELBERT
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Subject called Elbert County 911 after blacking out and running his vessel aground just out from Coldwater Creek while boating on Lake Russell. 

Elbert County Sheriffs Office, Elbert County EMS, and DNR responded to the scene. Elbert County deputies located operator just north of Paradise Point laying on the back of his vessel very disoriented. They transported him back to Coldwater Creek boat ramp where Elbert County EMS and I made contact with him. 

Operator was vomiting and appeared to be in distress. He was transported to Elbert County Hospital for further medical evaluation. The vessel had damage to the hull from impact with shoreline. His vessel was loaded back on his trailer and stored at the Elbert County EMS building in Elberton. I made contact with Operators son and made arrangements with him to retrieve his fathers vessel. I followed up with Operator's son the following Monday and after Doctors run several tests it was found that Operator had an apparent heart attack while operating his boat. The medical issue caused him to run his vessel ashore at no fault of his own making.


BARDID: GA-2022-0011
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-04-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:44:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Private Pond
NearestCityorTown: JEFFERSON
County: JACKSON
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Seat broke loose
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 4/10/22 at approximately 14:16 hours, I received a call from Jackson County dispatch requesting assistance with a drowning call.  I arrived on scene at 14:47 hours and met with SGT of the Jefferson Fire Department who said that he had recovered two bodies from a pond at approximately 14:05 hours.  He said that CPR was performed at that time.  He said that it appeared that they had fallen out of a boat on the pond.  He said that they were not wearing PFDs and that they were recovered 15' from shore at a depth of 10'.  I was notified on scene that the only witness to the incident left with the two bodies to North East Medical Center located in Gainesville.

I spoke to the land owner who was on scene.  He said that he did not see what happened but he gave them permission to fish on his property.  He said that I could use his johnboat to retrieve the boat which was still out in the pond.  I called GW at that time and asked if he could meet Witness at the hospital to get a statement.

I then took Subject1 boat out and retrieved the boat.  I observed that it was nearly full of water and that the front pedestal seat had broken where it should have been bolted to the deck and was laying down.  The anchor was down and secured to the bottom.  I saw only one PFD on board the boat.  I was able to pull the boat to the shore, but I had to use a paddle from the Boat to finish the trip as Subject1 boat's battery went dead.

Once I had the boat on the bank, I took several pictures of it which are located on the departments Visual Labs System.  I then left for North East Georgia Medical Center, Gainesville, to interview Witness and to see the Coroner. I arrived at the hospital at 17:15 hours.  At that time I met with the Jackson County Coroner who said that the two men had drowned.  I also interviewed Witness at that time.

Witness said that her husband had just bought the boat.  She said that at the time of the incident, Subject3 was sitting in the front of the boat and Subject2 was in the back of the boat with the trolling motor.  She said that Subject3 caught a fish and "flipped off" into the water.  She said that Subject3 was holding on to the boat and Subject2 was saying that the boat was filling with water and was sinking.  She said that Subject2 said that he was going to get off the boat and swim to the dock.  

She said that they were close to the bank, so Subject2 took his cell phone and gun that he was carrying and tried to throw them to the bank.  She said that both items fell in the water near the shore.  She said that when Subject2 went in the water he started flapping his arms and would go down under the water and go back up and take a breath.  

She said that she called out to him to float on his back, but it appeared that his legs were "stuck" and he could not get on his back.  She said that at that time, Subject3 let go of the boat and swam over to help his son.  She said that when he got to him, he tried to lift him but they both went under.  She said that she called 911 at that time.  I asked if they could swim and she said that they could.  I recorded this interview on the departments Visual Labs System.  


BARDID: GA-2022-0012
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:14:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Coosa River
NearestCityorTown: CAVE SPRING
County: FLOYD
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 5:42 pm on March 22nd, 2022, I, Game Warden with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, was contacted by the Georgia State Patrol dispatch stating that a boating incident occurred on the Coosa River in Floyd County south of Brushy Branch public boat ramp. They advised two subjects with unknown injuries, and Floyd County Fire was attempting to locate the boat. 

	I arrived at approximately 6:15 pm, and I met the Floyd County Fire and Rescue boat at the boat dock on the property. Approximately 230 yards upriver from the boat dock, I observed a black bass boat beached along the left side of the river. The bow pointed toward the river, and the engine was pinned against a small tree. 

	When I arrived, Floyd County Fire and EMS personnel checked the passengers for injuries.  I asked the two subjects if they were ok.  They advised that they were fine.  
	
	Operator’ boat was a 21 ft Ranger Bass boat, Texas Registration TX7538EM. I asked Operator what happened. Operator stated they were heading downriver at approximately 4:00 pm, and the hot water alarm sounded. He stated that the engine shut off, and he lost control of the boat. 

	I assessed the damage and photographed the scene. I gathered information from Operator and Occupant. I asked Operator if he had started registering his boat in Georgia. He advised had started the registration process. I looked on Operator Go outdoors account, and I did not locate a registration for the vessel. 

	The Floyd County Fire and Rescue boat attached two tow straps to Operator’ boat and pulled the boat off the bank and into the river. Operator was able to start the engine and return to the Brushy Branch public boat ramp. I advised them I would meet them at that location.

	I met Operator back at the Brushy Branch boat ramp along with Fire and EMS. I asked if he would like a report, and he advised that he did not. I assessed the boat once it was on the boat trailer. Operator suggested a piece of the engine foot was missing before the incident. I noticed that the power pole on the right side of the engine was slightly bent. I provided Operator with my contact information and advised him I would be completing a boat incident report. 
No further action was taken. 
__________________________________________END OF REPOT_______________________________


BARDID: GA-2022-0013
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/21/2022 at approximately 1615 hours, we were notified of a boating incident at Van Pugh North on Lake Lanier from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Upon arrival, we spoke to the operator of the jet ski and a witness. Both individuals stated at 1525 hours, subject was riding a banana boat, fell into the water, and hit her head on something. Whenever she came back up from the water, she did have a laceration just above her eyebrow. She was transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Braselton for further treatment.


BARDID: GA-2022-0014
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/11/22, at approximately 17:00 hours, while on vessel patrol on Lake Lanier, I was notified by Hall County dispatch that there was a boating incident near marker 11LR on Little River that involved injuries.  I arrived on scene at approximately 17:23 hours.  I saw several EMTs at a dock and spoke with them.  One of the EMTs told me that a 19 year old female sustained an injury to her left foot.  There were four other people on the dock who said that they transported Victim in their boat because her's was stranded.  One of the four pointed out the stranded vessel to me.  I handed the four witness statements and left for the stranded vessel.

When I arrived at the stranded vessel, I observed that it was occupied two times.  A man later identified as Operator said that he was operating the vessel at the time of the incident.  He said that he could not get the boat in neutral and Victim struck her foot on the propeller.  He said that the tow rope was currently bound on the propeller.  I asked if there was any alcohol on board and he said that there was and he admitted to having two drinks earlier.  After performing a vessel safety inspection where he showed me the required safety equipment, he agreed to put on a PFD and come aboard my vessel.  Once on my vessel, I asked him the questions on the Department's SFST form and asked him if he would perform a series of tests to assist me in determining if it is safe for him to operate a vessel.  He replied "yes sir."  I performed the horizontal gaze nystagmus exercise but did not observe any clues.  At that time I returned him to his vessel and asked him and the other occupant of the vessel to fill out witness statements.

At that time I went back to the dock and collected the witness statements from the four who rescued Victim and returned to Operator.  

Later that evening, I went to Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Gainesville, to meet with Victim.  In a witness statement he writes that Operator was operating the vessel at the time of the incident and couldn't get it into neutral before victim attempted to get on board.

The next day, I went back to the hospital.  I met Operator there.  Operator said that the vessel was in gear and he heard the "thump" of Victim's foot hit the propeller and then he put it in neutral.  I asked him if he shouted out before the incident to try and warn Victim that the boat was in gear or try and turn it off, and he said that there was not time to do so.  I issued Operator a citation for reckless operation of a vessel at that time.  I then met with Victim in her hospital room.  Subject1 was there as well.  I asked Victim to fill out a witness statement, which she did.  She said that she cut her foot as she tried to get on the vessel.  She said that Operator was operating the vessel and that it was reversing slowly at the time of the incident.  She was clear that she thought it was an accident.  Subject1 said that he could see bone in the water.  Victim said that she had surgery scheduled for her foot that weekend.

I have attached all the witness statements and Department forms used during the incident to this report.  All video and photographs are located on the Department's Visual Labs system.


BARDID: GA-2022-0016
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Altamaha River
NearestCityorTown: SURRENCY
County: APPLING
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 28, 2022, GSP dispatch contacted DNR Game Warden in reference to a PWC incident on the Altamaha River below Carter's Bight Landing.

Operator1 was checked out by EMS and refused transport. Operator1 stated he had pain from striking the water. EMS provided instructions to victim of conditions to be aware of which indicate the need to seek treatment.

According to Operator1, he was operating his PWC upstream in the Altamaha River when he collided with a fixed object beneath the surface of the water at GA Hwy 121 bridge. Operator1 advised the speed at the time of impact was approximately 60 miles per hour. He was thrown off the PWC into the water. According to subjects, they were wearing their PFDs with the cutoff lanyard switches attached. Subject advised she was operating here PWC behind Operator1 and observed the incident.

The vessel was able to be operated back to the landing and was on the trailer by the time DNR Game Wardens arrived on scene. Damage was found under the PWC in the form of linear scratches and abrasions in a manner that would indicate striking an object beneath the surface.

Pictures attached.


BARDID: GA-2022-0017
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-01-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ocmulgee River
NearestCityorTown: FITZGERALD
County: BEN HILL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 1/1/2022 at approximately 1520, I was contacted by GSP Dispatch about a boating incident on the Ocmulgee River in Ben Hill County close to Brown's Landing involving a single boat and a single occupant. Dispatch informed me that Ben Hill County Deputies and EMS were already on scene. GWFC arrived on scene at approximately 1550. EMS Transported the victim to Dorminy Medical Center in Fitzgerald Ga. 

GWFC gathered evidence, took photos, and spoke with good samaritans at Brown's Landing that assisted Operator1 to the boat ramp. I arrived at Dorminy Medical Center at approximately 1610 to interview Operator1. When I spoke with Operator1 he was in stable condition and was in a clear mind to talk. 

Operator1 had lacerations to his head and back and doctors found that he had possible fractures to his spine. Operator1 informed me that he had launched his 19' Carolina Skiff at the landing in Lumber City and was making a trip to Abbeville and back. On his way back downriver from Abbeville, Operator1 believes he was traveling around 30 mph when he struck an underwater object that caused him to lose control of his vessel causing him to come into contact with trees on the bank of the river. 

Operator1 stated that he believes his injuries were caused when he came in contact with the center console of his boat, causing the console to come completely dislodged from the floor of the boat. Operator1 stated that he was not wearing his PFD at the time of the incident. Good Samaritans found Operator1 approximately 3/4 of a mile upriver from Brown's Landing and transported him and his boat to Brown's Landing where they met with EMS and Ben Hill County Deputies. GWFC took a statement from the Good Samaritans. They reported that they were traveling upriver, approximately 3/4 of a mile from Brown's Landing, when they were waved down by Operator1 on the Ben Hill County side of the river. Complainants stated that the center console was broken off, there were multiple gas tanks in the floorboard, and the throttle was wide open. I was contacted by Sgt. of Ben Hill County on 1/2/2022 and he informed me that subject was transported to another hospital in Florida due to his back injuries. EOR.


BARDID: GA-2022-0018
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Harding
NearestCityorTown: HAMILTON
County: HARRIS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/11/2022 around 6:58 P.M., I, Corporal, with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, was notified about a boating incident that occurred on Lake Harding. The incident happened between 5:00 P.M. and 5:30 P.M. near Johnson Island and Blanton Creek headed downstream.  I arrived at the Saint Francis Hospital emergency room around 7:26 P.M. and interviewed the operator and then the victim. The operator of the vessel said he was towing a skier and signaled to her to move out of the wake of the vessel. Operator1 said he was towing between 20-25 mph. 

Operator1 said there were two additional occupants on the vessel. Operator1 said when Victim went to cross the wake, Victim's knees buckled, and she fell forward and hit the end of her water ski with her face. Victim said she was being towed on water skis and she tried to move out of the towing vessel's wake to the left/ port side. Victim said she is inexperienced at water skiing and lost her balance and fell forward striking one of her skis with her lip. Subject drove Victim to Saint Francis Hospital emergency room for treatment. Victim received stitches for her upper lip.


BARDID: GA-2022-0019
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/30/2022 at approximatley 1835 hours, I, Game Warden was notified of an overturned vessel near Tidwell Park on Lake Lanier. Upon arrival, I observed the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Marine Patrol and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers tending to the victims in the water. The victims were brought into the Army Corps of Engineers boat and transported to the courtesy dock at Tidwell Park. Forsyth Fire and EMS arrived to check out the victims. Each victim refused treatment. The operator stated the vessel overturned do to a shoal wave capsizing the vessel as a severe thunderstorm came across the lake. Operator was attempting to operate the vessel to get it to the shoreline. The mast was up with the sails, but he did state he was using the 5 HP motor on his vessel. Tow boat was contacted to remove the vessel from the middle of the lake.


BARDID: GA-2022-0020
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/06/2022 at approximately 1248 hours, I, Game Warden was notified of an overturned vessel in Flat Creek on Lake Lanier. Upon arrival, I spoke with the operator. Operator stated he was operating the trolling motor due to the 75hp motor not working. As he was maneuvering through the water, the vessel began to take on water. Operator stated the vessel did roll over and he was able to hold on to the vessel. Operator did manage to get himself and the boat over to the side of the bank. Operator did not sustain any injuries. It is undetermined as to how the vessel took on water as he stated the plug was in the boat. Operator did estimate the damage to be $2,000.00.


BARDID: GA-2022-0021
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On Thursday, June 9, 2022 at approximately 2000 hours I received a call reference a PWC incident near Long Hollow Park on Lake Lanier.  Forsyth County Deputies were on scene with the victims as well as the operator of the other PWC.  They advised me that the two female juveniles who were on board vessel 1 were going to be transported to the hospital for their injuries.  

I asked them to get contact information and drivers license numbers for all parties involved so that I could follow up with them later.  A short time later, the deputy called back to advise me that he had smelled an odor of alcoholic beverage about the driver of vessel 2 and he asked if I could be enroute.  I arrived on scene and met with the driver of vessel 2.  

I asked him what had happened and he advised me that he had met the two girls onboard vessel 1 earlier in the day and that he tried to spray them with water as they were drifting on their PWC  by driving towards them and turning sharply.  He said that his PWC skipped on top of the water and struck the port side of vessel 1.  

The driver of vessel 1 was struck by vessel 2 and sustained severe bruising to her left arm as well as possible broken bones, the passenger on vessel 1 was also struck by vessel 2 and sustained severe bruising to her left knee. She suffered a concussion as well.

During our conversation, I smelled a strong odor of alcoholic beverage about Operator2's person and I noticed that his eyes were glassy, watery, and bloodshot.  I asked him if he would perform a series of tests to assist me in determining if it was safe for him to drive a vessel and he answered, "Yes Sir."  I then administered the following exercises and observed these results:

1) Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus: I observed all six clues.  I noticed that his eyes were glassy, watery, and bloodshot, and I had to inform him several times not to move his head.
2) Finger to nose: He did not close his eyes and tilt his head as instructed.  During the first attempt with his left, he touched the pad of his finger instead of the tip.  During the first attempt with his right, he searched and missed the tip of his nose, during the second left, he touched with the pad, during the second right, he hesitated, searched, and missed the tip of his nose, during the third right, he touched with the pad, during the third left, he touched with the pad.  I observed 11 clues.
3) Palm Pat: During the instructional stage he was unable to follow instructions by moving from the position.  In the performance stage he did not increase speed, had chopped pats, and rolled his hands.  I observed 4 clues.
4) Hand Coordination: During the instructional stage he started at the wrong time and was unable to follow instructions.  In task three, the return steps, he had an improper touch.  I observed 3 clues.
5) Alco-sensor: he refused
At the conclusion of field sobriety I came to the conclusion that he was under the influence of alcohol to the extent that he was less safe to drive a vessel.  I placed him under arrest for BUI and read him the implied consent warnings for suspects under age 21.  He refused breath at 2146 hours.  Due to his very young age, I decided to release him to the custody of his father rather than take him to the Forsyth County detention center.  I spoke with his father over the phone and released him to his custody  at Long Hollow boat ramp.  I will be pursuing juvenile complaints for Operating a vessel under the influence as well as for reckless operation of a vessel.


BARDID: GA-2022-0022
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: BRUNSWICK
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5-31-22 CPL received a phone call from SGT in reference to a boating incident that occurred on 5-30-22 in the St. Simons Sound. CPL called Operator in reference to the incident. Operator stated that he was operating his 2018 SeaPro registration number GA0520VV in St Simons Sound when he stuck something floating in the water. He believed it was some type of wooden pole that was adrift in the sound. Operator was able to return his vessel to Jekyll Harbor Marina and remove it from the water for storage. 

On 6-1-22 CPL located the vessel in dry storage at Jekyll Harbor Marina, photographed the damage to the vessel, and completed the report.


BARDID: GA-2022-0023
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:50:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Turtle River
NearestCityorTown: BRUNSWICK
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On Thursday March 17, 2022, I, Corporal, responded to a report of a drowning in Glynn County.  Once I arrived on scene at the Park Street public boat ramp, I saw First Responders on a private dock performing life saving measures on a black male.  I was approached by a Glynn County Police Officer.  The Officer told me a black male stepped off the bow of a boat onto the dock, lost his footing and fell in the water.   The Officer told me the operator of the boat was standing on the walkway portion of the dock.  I asked Operator what happened, he told me Occupant stepped from the bow of his 18’ Kenner boat to the public dock.  Operator said that Occupant appeared to lose his balance when he stepped on the dock.  He said Occupant tried to catch himself on the dock as he entered the water.  Operator then grabbed a scrub brush off his boat and extended it out to Occupant, who was just a few feet away.  Operator said Occupant could not reach the brush and went under for just a few seconds before resurfacing.  

	Operator got back in his boat and pulled up along side Occupant.  He said he handed his friend the brush and pulled him to the side of the boat.  Operator said Occupant spoke to him while he was reaching out to him.  Occupant then held onto the gunwale of the boat but continued to struggle.  Operator was able to get the boat up to a private dock and a good Samaritan came down to help him.  When they got Occupant up on the dock, he was unconscious.  Operator began CPR on Occupant and continued it until First Responders arrived on scene.  Operator said Occupant was spitting up a lot of foam while he was doing CPR.  Operator performed CPR for nearly 7 minutes according to the security video I received from the home owner.  

	First Responders were not able to revive Occupant.  Deputy Coroner responded to the scene and pronounced Occupant dead.  Occupant body was sent to the crime lab for an autopsy.


BARDID: GA-2022-0024
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Darien River
NearestCityorTown: DARIEN
County: MCINTOSH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
	On 05/21/2022 at approximately 2100 hrs., I, Corporal, received a call about two boats sinking in the Darien River.  Once I arrived on scene at the Darien Waterfront, I observed several people trying to get a 15’ Jon boat off the deck of a shrimp boat.  Subjec1 was standing on the docks, and he told me he was the owner of a missing Jon boat.  I asked Subjec1 what exactly happened.  He told me the group put in a Williamsburg Landing in Wayne County.  They drove their boats down to Skipper’s Fish Camp/Restaurant and had lunch.  Due to the inclement weather, they stayed at Skipper’s for several hours to wait out the storms.  When the weather cleared the group went back down to the dock and began boarding their boats.  
	While trying to leave the dock the boat owned and being operated by Operator2, a 15’ Alumnacraft with a 50 h.p. Yamaha tiller steer style motor, became hung up under the pontoon of a boat tied to the Skipper’s dock. Subjec1 (Owner of V2) and operator1 tied a line to boat from Subjec1's boat, a 15 Alumnacraft Crappie Jon stick steer with a 60 h.p. Tohatsu motor, and tried to pull it from under the pontoon boat. The result of this action caused Subjec1’s boat to swamp (take on water) and eventually capsize.  The two boats continued to be taken towards the Darien City docks by the outgoing tide while other attempts were made to get the boats righted.  At one point boat was pushed completely under the Darien City Docks.  
	Several good Samaritan’s saw all of this going on and came out to help.  As a result, the vessel belonging to operator2 was eventually hoisted onto the deck of a shrimp trawler and brought back to the dock.   Subject1’s boat eventually sank and has not been recovered.

No injuries were sustained in any of these events. *** 05/23/2022

I spoke with Subject1 today and he still has not located his boat.  A dead head logging crew is attempting to locate the boat with side scan sonar.


BARDID: GA-2022-0025
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hartwell
NearestCityorTown: HARTWELL
County: HART
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 21, 2022, at approximately 4:16 PM, Cpl.  and I, GWFC, were notified by GSP Gainesville dispatch that a boating incident had occurred on Hartwell Lake, and the complainant was an employee of St. Mary’s Hospital in Lavonia.  Cpl. contacted the complainant and got what details were available.  Cpl. and I were on vessel patrol, at the time, on Hartwell Lake.  We proceeded to dock our patrol boat and respond to St. Mary’s Hospital by vehicle. 

We arrived at St. Mary’s and met with Subject1 and Victim1, determined to be the towed tubers, behind a Personal Watercraft (PWC).  They had been released from the hospital with both sustaining concussions.  It was learned that both had CAT Scans done and that Victim1’s lungs were listened to for any presence of water.  All tests came back negative.  

Talking with Subject1, it was determined that he and Victim1 were tubing behind a PWC operated by Operator, with Subject1 in the middle, and Subject2 on the back.  Subject1 stated that their tube hit a wake, from another boat, and he was ejected off the tube and hit the water.  He stated that he doesn’t remember anything until he woke up and realized that Victim1 was laying face down in the water.  He stated he called his name, and he didn’t respond.  Subject1 stated that he physically picked up Victim1’s head out of the water.  Cpl. and I learned where the PWC was located, all parties were headed to that location anyway, so we decided to go to that location.  

We arrived, and I got the needed information off the PWC.  I also got more information for reporting purposes.  I spoke with Subject1 and Victim1 again, since Victim1’s mind was not as cloudy.  Subject1 believes that when he hit the water, he went unconscious, then Victim1 hit him.  Both making head-to-head contact.  Subject1 stated that he only remembers one other boat on the water other than them and that was the wake that they hit.  Subject1 stated that the incident occurred in Lightwood Log Creek near the shoal marker at the point of Vickery St. Ext.

On May 28, 2022, I contacted Operator and got her side of the incident.  She stated that she was not operating the PWC fast, giving that she always tows under 25 mph.  She stated that Subject1 and Victim1 had fallen off several times, but this time was different.   She stated that it was an accident and that she is very experienced on the PWC.  I checked and Operator completed the online Boating Education version.  She mentioned that she was 13 years of age when completing.  I also, contacted both father, due to both being out of town, and got the rest of the information needed from him.  
All occupants of the PWC, as well as the tubers, were wearing the required PFD’s (life jackets).
*Note* The interviews were recorded.


BARDID: GA-2022-0026
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/22/22 at approximately 16:30 hours, we arrived at the Bald Ridge Marina gas docks to investigate a reported boating incident that had occurred earlier that afternoon.  When we arrived there was a pontoon boat with the registration of GA6713ET and a silver PWC with the registration of GA0782ZF that were on scene.  The driver of the Pontoon boat said that he was operating the pontoon boat.  The driver of the PWC at the time who through an interpreter said that he was the owner of the PWC but was not driving it at the time of the incident.  

From what I could gather at the scene, Subject1 was letting two teenage subjects operate his PWC.  According to Operator1 the PWC was going fast towards him and then the operator of the PWC let off the throttle and appeared to be unable to steer.  The PWC hit the starboard side of the pontoon near the no wake zone of Bald Ridge Marina.  The two teenage subjects went back to shore where they got off the PWC.  Subject1 and another subject got on the PWC and followed Operator1 back to the gas docks at Bald Ridge Marina.  I had Subjects write their name and date of birth for me and they were instructed to wait for us and we would follow them back to get more information and interview the driver who was operating the PWC at the time of the incident.

As I was gathering information from the pontoon boat, GW and I saw Subject1 driving his PWC away.  By the time we got into our patrol vessel and attempted to track them down they disappeared.  We checked the ramps at Mary Alice, Little Ridge, East Bank, and Lanier Park without success.

All pictures and video recorded during this incident are filed in the Department's Visual Labs system.


BARDID: GA-2022-0027
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:33:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 5/28/22 at approximately 14:30 hours, I arrived at Van Pugh Park after being dispatched to a boating incident. Once I arrived at the boat ramp there, I was notified by Army Corps of Engineers personnel that the incident had occurred outside of Three Sisters Islands and that all parties involved were en rout to our location.  I was also informed that a subject was on a kayak and was hit by another vessel, and that person had sustained injuries.

An injured person was brought to the ramp by the Gwinnett Fire Department for transport, and I had my partner, LT., get off on the dock with him to get his information.  I was later informed that he was transported to North East Georiga Medical Center Gainesville to treat an injury to his left foot.

At that time I met with Operator1 who was in his vessel with three other occupants nearby.  I gathered statements from Operator1 and the other occupants at that time, which I have attached to this report.  I observed blood on the back seat of the vessel during that time which the occupants attributed to the rescue.  After I gathered all the required information, I left Operator1 and went on shore to observe the victims' Kayak that was being held by the Corps of Engineers.

The kayak appeared to have been hit by a propeller on the bow, and the strike cut from the top of the kayak through the bottom.  There was a clear plastic bag containing keys and a cooler in the kayak.  I stored the kayak at the Department's facility at Aqualand and put the bag with the keys in my vehicle.

On 5/30/22 at 13:00 hours, I visited Operator2 in the hospital and gave him the bag containing the keys.  Operator2 also wrote down a statement which is attached to this report.  He stated that he had surgery on his left foot.  

After speaking with the occupants of both boats, it appears that Operator2 was at Three Sisters Islands paddling back to Van Pugh North.  Operator1's vessel was traveling towards the islands at about 10 to 20 MPH.  Operator1 did not see Operator2 and ran over his kayak.  

Operator2's left foot was injured and his kayak was destroyed due to the incident.  At the conclusion of my investigation, Operator1 received a citation for reckless operation of a vessel.

All video and photographs taken during this investigation are stored on the Department's Visual Labs System.


BARDID: GA-2022-0028
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: DAWSONVILLE
County: DAWSON
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 12, 2022, at approximately 1700 hours, Sgt. and I, Corporal, both with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, were notified by dispatch of a boating incident involving 2 PWCs and 3 minors that occurred on the Chestatee River near Nix Bridge Park.  All subjects and vessels involved returned to a residence after the incident and emergency services were called.

Sgt. and I arrived at the residence and spoke with Operator2, operator of Vessel 2 (V2), a 2020 Seadoo PWC, and V2 owner, owner of V2.  Operator1 and V1 occupant, operator and passenger of Vessel 1 (V1), a 2019 Yamaha PWC, had already been transported for medical attention.  

V2 owner said she was hosting a birthday party for her child and that Operator2, Operator1, and V1 occupant were in attendance at the party.  V2 owner said she allowed Operator2 to borrow and ride V2 after asking him if and receiving confirmation that he had taken a boater education course.  Operator2 said that he told V2 owner that he had taken a boater education course, though he had not, because Operator2 thought his driver learner's permit fulfilled the requirement.  Operator2 said he knew he was required to take a boater education course to legally operate a vessel because his brother had been stopped previously for the same reason.

	I spoke with Operator2 on the date of the incident and received written statements from Operator2, Operator1, and V1 occupant at a later date.  (Statements attached.)  Operator2 said that the incident occurred at approximately 1500 hours near the powerlines over the Chestatee River near it's fork at Nix Bridge Park.  

Operator2 said that he was alone on V2 and Operator1 was operating V1 with V1 occupant as a passenger.  Operator2 said V1 and V2 crossed in front of a wake boat and were navigating the waves from other vessels in front of the wake boat.  Operator2 said he lost sight of V1 as it crossed the waves, then collided with V1 as it slowed down to navigate the waves.  Operator2 said Operator1 and V1 occupant were ejected from V1.  Operator2 said both Operator1 and V1 occupant briefly lost consciousness and Operator2 pulled them from the water before they all returned to the V2 owner residence.  Operator2 said he was uninjured.

	Operator1 and V1 occupant confirmed Operator2's statement, except that Operator1 said V1 and V2 were crossing behind the passing wake boat.  Operator1 said she slowed down to navigate the waves when V2 ramped over V1.  Operator1 said V2 hit her right leg and Operator1 and V1 occupant said they both lost consciousness.  V1 occupant said her back was injured and she was unable to move in the water.

	V1 occupant was transported by ambulance and Operator1 was transported by her parents to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.  V1 occupant suffered a fractured spine, Lumbar 1-4, and a concussion.  Operator1 suffered a concussion with residual hand/eye coordination disruption.  V1 occupant's and Operator1' medical recovery continues.

	I photographed V2 on the same date and documented scuffs and transfer along the port side of the hull.  On June 20, 2022, GW photographed V1 on a trailer at the Operator1' residence.  (Photographs attached.)  V1 had scuff marks and transfer on the fiberglass above the bondline from the stern to the bow along its starboard side.  Additionally, there was fiberglass chipping near the stern of the starboard side and the port side mirror was broken off. 

	In conclusion based on witness statements and evidence gathered through the investigation of the incident that occurred on June 12, 2022, the following determinations have been made: V1 and V2 were crossing wake from a boat in the area.  V1 slowed crossing the wake; V2 continued at a higher rate of speed.  V2's bow ramped V1's stern and continued forward along the starboard side of V1 with its port side.  Both occupants of V1 were ejected.  V2 is at fault for violating O.C.G.A. 52-7-12.1 - Reckless Operation of a Vessel by violating Rule 6 of


BARDID: GA-2022-0029
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hartwell
NearestCityorTown: HARTWELL
County: HART
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 16, 2022 at approximately 1715 hours I, Corporal with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division was on patrol near the Big Oak boat landing when I received a complaint of a boating incident at the landing.  I arrived within a couple minutes of being notified of the incident.  Both vessels were on trailers and sitting in the parking lot when I arrived.  Vessel 1 (V1) was a Chaparral ski boat.  Vessel 2 (V2) was a Tracker Tahoe ski boat.  According to witnesses and passengers on both vessels, V2 was docked at the Big Oak landing dock.  The stern of V2 was docked in a opposite direction from the shore with it's starboard side attached to the dock.  

Two people were inside V2.  V1 was being driven by Operator1.   V1 attempted to dock it's port side to the back of the dock with it's port stern near the starboard stern of V2.  When Operator1 realized V1 was about to strike V2, she admitted to throttling down V1 in an attempt to avoid a collision.  When Operator1 throttled down V1, it's port stern struck the starboard stern of V2 causing an approximate 8 inch wide dent in the fiberglass of V2.  V1 had minimal scratches and transfer marks.  Operator1 admitted that she throttled down in an attempt to avoid the collision and that it was her fault for operating V1 in a manner that caused it to collide with V2.  Operator1 admitted to having minimal experience operating a vessel.  After investigating the cause of the incident, I issued Operator1 a warning for operating a vessel above idle speed within 100 feet of another object.


BARDID: GA-2022-0030
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:40:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: EATONTON
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On the evening of May 4th, 2022, I, Corporal was contacted by Sergeant concerning a boating fatality incident on Lake Sinclair in Putnam County.  Sgt. advised an individual, operating a personal watercraft (PWC) at a high rate of speed was thrown from the vessel and suffered injuries that lead to a fatality.  Sgt. requested I contact Sergeant and be the lead case agent for the incident investigation.  Sgt. advised me to make arrangements to meet with Sgt. the following morning to begin the investigation.  I contacted Sgt. and advised him I would meet him at the courthouse in Eatonton to write up search warrants for the vessel on the following morning.

On the morning of May 5th, 2022, I met with Sgt. at the Putnam County Courthouse in Eatonton and completed search warrants for the vessel, a Sea-doo 300 Rotax XPS.  After getting the search warrants signed by the Magistrate Judge, I met with Game Warden at the Putnam County Coroner’s Office at approximately 12:00 hours and photographed the body of the victim.  Victim showed signs of severe impact on the left side of the face and neck, with bruising around the right eye and right ear area.  Victim also had blood coming from both right and left ears as well as the nose.  I asked the Coroner if they were going to do an autopsy and toxicology report on Victim and he stated the Crime Lab had denied the request.  

I requested and was given the coroner’s report that listed the cause of death as blunt force trauma and accidental.  After leaving the Coroner’s Office, GW and I went to the Georgia Power Plant Branch Security Storage area, located on Highway 441 south near the Putnam/Baldwin County line.  Victim’s PWC had been stored at the location since the incident.  I proceeded to inspect the PWC and did not observe any indications that the PWC struck anything in the water causing Victim to be ejected.  The PWC as well as the personal flotation device (PFD) and registration information were photographed.  After completing the documentation of the PWC, Sgt. gave me the written statements from several of the individuals that assisted and/or witnessed the incident.

On May 6th, 2022, GW carried the PWC to Byron Power Sports, at 300 Hwy 49S Byron, GA 31008, where the search warrant was executed for the engine data from the engine control module (ECM).  GW delivered the data to me on a thumb drive at the Georgia Public Training Center in Forsyth on May 9th.  The Byron Power Sports Technician was unable to pull any usable information from the ECM.

Based on witness statements from the incident location, several people witnessed Victim operating the PWC at a high rate of speed going back and forth in the area.  A witness estimated his speed to be around 70 mph as well as another witness, who estimated Victim had been operating the PWC around 60 mph.  Subject1 stated he heard the crash and saw Victim floating and began hollering at him to see if he was ok.  He did not get a response so he, Subject2, and another launched a boat off of Subject3’s lift and went to check on Victim.  Once they arrived, there was another boat that had arrived and was attempting to assist Victim. Victim was loaded on the deck of Subject3’s boat and taken to the Twin Bridges Marina where they were met by Emergency Medical Services.  CPR was performed by EMS but was unsuccessful.  Based on other witnesses that arrived at the incident scene while Victim was being pulled from the water, Victim appeared to be blue and purple and had some bleeding, was unresponsive, and did not have a pulse.  

Based on the information gathered by witnesses and injuries to Victim, it appears that victim had been operating the PWC in an unknown direction of travel, at a high rate of speed when he was ejected from the vessel and impacted the water with enough force to cause fatal neck and facial injuries.  Due to not having an autopsy or toxicology report, it cannot be determined if there were other medical conditions that may have contributed to the incident.


BARDID: GA-2022-0031
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/26/2022 at approximatley 1550 hours, we were patrolling Two Mile Creek on Lake Lanier. A vessel waved us down to explain that a couple of jet skis were jumping their wake right behind their vessel. While speaking to the operator, they pointed out the jet skis. As Sgt. and I made our way to the jet skis, an Asian male was in the water yelling for help. As we pulled up beside him, another operator was trying to get him out of the water. The male was able to get onto the jet ski, but his ankle was broken. During the investigation, Victim stated a vessel drove past him and the wake from that boat caused Victim to roll off the jet ski which caused him to sustain the injury. 

Sgt. and I transported Victim to Holiday Marina where Hall County Fire Department and EMS were waiting on him. Victim was transported to Northeast Georgia Medical Center for further treatment. 

There was no damage to the jet ski.


BARDID: GA-2022-0032
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Nottley
NearestCityorTown: BLAIRSVILLE
County: UNION
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Person struck by activity equi
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 4, 2022 at approximately 1315 Hours, I GWFC was notified by Union County Dispatch of a boating incident  that occurred on Lake Nottely. The dispatch center told me that the subject had tied his boat at Jack's Creek boat Ramp and driven himself to the hospital to receive medical attention. I responded to Jack's Creek Boat ramp and made phone contact. Victim advised me that he was operating his boat on Lake Nottely, and flying a large (10 foot long) kite behind his boat while under power & traveling approximately 8 mph. Victim advised me that  at some point the kite line got wrapped around his left arm and cut his arm, causing a 6" laceration, and he had to cut the kite loose. Victim drove himself to Union General Hospital after tying his vessel at the boat ramp. Victim received treatment for a laceration on his left elbow that required 14 stitches.


BARDID: GA-2022-0033
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Bystander behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/25/22 at approximately 18:20 hours, I was dispatched to a boat incident that had occurred on Lake Lanier at Harbor Landing, Lake Lanier Islands, located in Hall County (waters of the State of Georgia).  Upon arrival, I met a subject who worked at the gas docks located there.  He said that a pontoon boat was coming into the slip "way too fast" and he put his right foot out to catch it.  He said that his foot got caught between the boat and the slip which crushed it.  He then fell in the water and was rescued by other dock attendants.  He was going to go to North East Medical Center, Braselton, for treatment at that time.

I spoke with the owner of the boat and his occupants.  They all stated that Subject' foot was hit by the boat as it came into the slip.  I have attached all witness statements taken on scene to this report.

On 7/14/22 I spoke with Operator by phone for some follow up questions for this report.  He said to me that after the incident he noticed that the left pontoon was full of water and that he took the boat to Atlanta Marine for repairs.  He said that on the way into the dock that day, he noticed that the pontoon was listing to the left.  This was not reported to me at the scene.  He said that the damage was covered under his warranty and that he did not know how much damage it was.  

Upon reviewing the video of Operator' vessel taken by my body worn camera the day of the incident, the vessel appeared to be level at that time.

This incident investigation was recorded on my body worn camera.


BARDID: GA-2022-0034
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Failure to vent
AccidentCause3: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 4, 2022, at approximately 18:07 hours, I arrived on scene of a boat fire at Mary Alice park.  At the time the boat was fully involved and Forsyth County Fire Department was on scene attempting to put it out.  I spoke to the vessel owner, who said that he had just fueled it and it caught on fire when he turned it on after he put in.  I asked him if he had turned on the vent and he said no.  He said he just bought the boat and did not have much experience.  The boat had drifted to the second dock from the ramp when I had arrived.  I have attached his witness statement to this report.  (Note: in his statement he said that he had Geico insurance, but I called on 7/14/22 to follow up and he said that the boat was not insured).

This incident was recorded on my body worn camera.


BARDID: GA-2022-0035
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 17th, 2022, I Game Warden along with corporal, where on vessel patrol in Lake Lanier when we were dispatched to a boating incident at Gainesville Marina involving a houseboat that had struck another boat while fueling up at the gas dock. 

We made our way to Gainesville Marina where the two vessels involved where waiting for us to arrive. I began to take down the information of the two drivers of the respective boats and went to observe the damage done to the smaller vessel. After speaking to the drivers I determined that the operator of the houseboat while maneuvering his vessel to get gas at the gas dock failed to allow enough room for the stern of his vessel and in so doing so did scrape the side of a motor boat who was moored at the time and filling up his vessel, causing damage to the starboard side of his  vessel with some large gashes down into the jell coat. In conclusion, operaotr1 by being careless and not having a proper lookout did cause damage to v2 vessel along the starboard side of the vessel which will require repair.


BARDID: GA-2022-0036
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/15/2022 at approximately 1935 hours Sgt. and, I, GW was patrolling Lake Lanier and received a boating incident call. The incident took place in the area of Flowery Branch. While enroute to the location of the incident, we were notified by dispatch that the two vessels parted ways from the incident location. One continued into the cove of Hide Away Bay on Lake Lanier and the other was towed by another vessel to Van Pugh North Park on Lake Lanier. 

The complainant was located at Van Pugh North boat ramp. During their investigation Operator2 was operating a white and green Astro open motorboat  (GA6057BY).  He stated, that a black pontoon came straight at their vessel and they collided with each other. He stated he made contact with the port side of the pontoon.  There was damage to the bow of the Astro. Also, the propeller was missing, as the motor was trimmed up. The vessel was towed by an individual who saw the vessel stranded after the collision occurred. 

The operator of the vessel, Operator2, was charged with boating under the influence. Game Wardens spoke with the other occupants on board. Both individuals stated the pontoon was coming straight at their Astro and collided. Once the collision occurred one individual was thrown from the vessel into the water. Both individuals stated they did have injuries to their persons, but refused medical treatment at that time. 

As we pulled into a slip beside the pontoon, we observed the pontoon (GA4004TR) taking on water and multiple people tying the pontoon to the dock. During the investigation, we spoke with the operator of the vessel. Operator1 stated that a vessel was approaching him from his left side and he went across that vessel's bow to avoid it. As soon as he passed that vessel, Operator1 was continuing straight into the path of the Astro. Operator1 attempted to manuver the boat to the right hand side, but was not able to as he collided with the Astro's bow. The pontoon did have damage to the port side pontoon. Operator1 stated the vessel began taking on water and he decided to continue going into Hide Away Bay so that the vessel would not sink. 

Both operators were charged with BUI.


BARDID: GA-2022-0037
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Flint River
NearestCityorTown: LEESBURG
County: LEE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
EquipmentFailure: Other
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 14, 2022, at approximately 19:45 hours, I was notified of a boating incident, which occurred on June 11, 2022, on the Flint River in Dougherty County. After learning of the incident, I contacted, Victim’s wife, who stated her husband, Victim4, had been injured, along with 3 juveniles. 

She stated Victim4 was on a tube with the 3 juveniles being towed by a blue Bomber bass boat (GA Reg# GA6206HK) and operated by owner. Operator was being assisted by occupant/observer Occupant onboard his vessel while towing the 4 tubers. Victim4’s wife stated she was contacted by Operator, by phone, and informed of the incident and injuries sustained. She then reported the incident to Albany 911 dispatch and requested medical assets to Cromartie Beach Landing as they transported the 4 injured victims to the landing for treatment. She stated that all of the victims were treated at Phoebe Putney Hospital in Albany, Georgia.

I arrived at the Victim4’s wife’ residence on July 15 and spoke with Victim4. Victim4’s wife stated the group left the sandbar and headed south, approximately 3 bends of the river, and began to make a turn to return to the sandbar, where Victim’s wife and their (The Victim4’s wife) vessel was located. As they were making their turn, the rope connecting the vessel to the tube broke, sending the tubers into trees along the riverbank. Victim4’s wife stated he sustained multiple fractures to the right side of his face (area around his eye and sinus cavity) as well as a concussion.

After collecting statements from Victim’s wife and Victim4, I met with Operator. Operator corroborated the Victim4’s wife’ statements. Operator stated he had not consumed any alcohol and immediately attempted to render aid to the victims after the incident. Operator stated his daughter’s injuries were mostly scratches, a sprained right ankle, and a concussion. After speaking with Operator, I asked him if he would write a voluntary statement and sign a medical record release for her, to which he agreed.

I then met with Occupant at his residence and asked him about the incident. He stated after leaving the sandbar, they travelled a short distance south on the river. At some point, Operator made a turn to port (left) and at the start of the turn, the rope snapped, sending the tubers into the trees along the corresponding riverbank. Occupant stated he immediately told Operator when the rope broke, and they went to retrieve the tubers. Occupant stated victim2’s injuries were only scratches and victim’s injuries were scratches, a concussion, and a skull fracture. Occupant was able to provide me with a witness statement and medical records releases for his children/victims.

On July 16, I travelled to the suspected incident location, where I was able to locate two fresh limb breaks that coincided with the statements and information provided by all the involved subjects.

In conclusion, after examining all statements and evidence, the incident was primarily caused by an equipment failure of the vessel’s tow rope. This failure along with the momentum of the vessel’s turn to port, gave the tube and tubers enough propulsion to carry them into the tree line along the riverbank.


BARDID: GA-2022-0038
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Blackshear
NearestCityorTown: CORDELE
County: CRISP
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On Friday, June 24th, 2022, at approximately 1212 hours, I was contacted by the Georgia State Patrol Post in Americus, in reference to a boating incident on Lake Blackshear.  GSP said 2 personal watercrafts collided, out from Lincoln Pinch on Lake Blackshear, in Crisp County.  GSP told me the incident involved a 19-year-old male and a 21-year-old female.  They said the 19-year-old male was conscious but having a hard time getting out of the water and complaining of back pain. 

	The white ski boat and Crisp EMS transported Operator2 and Operator1 to the dock, where we were.  I spoke with the operator of the white ski boat, and occupant.  I asked them what happened.  They said they were traveling north on Lake Blackshear when the 2 PWCs collided.  I asked if anyone in the boat saw the incident occur.  Subject1 said she watched it happen.  I asked her if she would fill out a witness statement.  In Subject1’s statement, she said she was on Lake Blackshear and saw 2 PWCs collide.  Subject1 said she couldn’t judge the speed of the PWCs.  Subject1 said the first PWC was riding back and forth on waves with another PWC behind it.  She said the first PWC tipped to the side and the second PWC jumped over the first PWC.  She said the operator of the second PWC jumped into the water to assist the operator of the first PWC.  Subject1 said they used a seat cushion out of their vessel to stabilize Operator2 until medical help arrived.

	I spoke with Operator1 while she was being evaluated by EMS.  I asked Operator1 to tell me what happened from the time they started operating the PWCs.  She said they put in at Boy Scout Slough.  Operator1 said she was on the blue Yamaha PWC and Operator2 was on the silver Honda PWC.  She said after they left the no wake zone, they saw a boat coming towards them, pulling a tube.  Operator1 said Operator2 turned sharp to the right coming to a near stop and she turned sharp to the left.  She said her PWC would not turn sharp enough, and they ran into each other.  I told Operator1 I would follow up with her if I had any other questions.  Operator2 was not questioned because he was being flown, by air ambulance, to the Atrium Health Navicent Trauma Center in Macon, Georgia.

	The 2 PWCs were taken to the Lake Blackshear Law Enforcement Boathouse.  I photographed the damage to both PWCs.  A clear bag containing Operator2 phone and wallet were recovered from the silver Honda.  There was extensive damage to the silver Honda PWC.  The steering column was broken and detached from its mounting bracket.  The mirror on the starboard side was missing.  The starboard handle grip had exposed metal on the end and had white transfer in the handlebar grip.  The starboard side handlebar was bent downward.  The hood to the silver Honda was missing a section of the black plastic piece and the instrument panel was broken from its housing.  A section of the plastic surrounding the steering column was broken on the starboard side, just above the fuel cap.  There was white fiberglass pieces in the starboard footwell.  There were 2 fiberglass chips on the starboard side footwell.  The operator’s seat had friction burns on the starboard side.  The port side mirror glass was missing.  There was white fiberglass pieces and glass pieces in the port side footwell.  The


BARDID: GA-2022-0039
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Flint River
NearestCityorTown: BAINBRIDGE
County: DECATUR
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Based on the evidence available, the Stratos boat was traveling upstream on the Flint River.  An Xpress boat was traveling downstream with two people onboard.  Visibility was not optimal due to inclement weather and rain.  Neither vessel had their navigation lights turned on.  Visibility was limited around the bend in the river and around the bridge pilings.  The Stratos was traveling between 40-50 miles per hour and the Express between 25-40 mph.  Both operators saw the other briefly before collision and made attempts to avoid the crash.  The Xpress turned to starboard and the Stratos turned to port.  The collision occurred at a 290-270 degree angle.  

Neither operator throttled down in time to prevent the incident.  The Xpress occupants were ejected and sustained injuries.  The operator of the Stratos sustained blunt force trauma to the right side of his head causing death.  Another person received internal bruising, bruises to his leg and back, a small cut and bruises to his head.

All people were wearing life jackets.

Operator of the Xpress had not followed the rules of the road in a head-on situation.


BARDID: GA-2022-0040
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Burton
NearestCityorTown: CLAYTON
County: RABUN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 29, 2022 at approximately 11:00 AM, I, Game Warden First Class (GWFC) with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division (GA DNR LED) was notified of a boating incident that occurred in Rabun County, GA on June 25, 2022.

The complainant and owner of the property informed me on June 29 that someone had hit her boat house and dock with another boat. She also informed me the damage was very extensive and that the boat house garage door had fallen into the water. Subject informed me that her neighbor and operator (Operator1) had already reached out to her and told her that she was the one who hit the boat house. Subject told me that she just wanted the incident documented. 

On July 7, 2022, I spoke with Operator1's husband in reference to the incident. He informed me that his wife, Operator1 was traveling back to their house from a friends house on the date of the incident. Operator1 had several flowers in their boat that had began falling down inside the boat due to wake from the lake. Operator1 tried to keep the rest of the flowers from falling when the pontoon boat collided with the boat house. Extensive damage was done to the boat house with minor damage to Operator1's boat.

He informed me they had already began the process through insurance to get the boat house repaired.

No charges will be filed at this time.

Nothing further to report.


BARDID: GA-2022-0041
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:55:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/18/2022 at approximately 1416 hours, I, Game Wardens were notified by Gainesville Dispatch of a possible drowning near Holiday Marina on Lake Lanier. Upon arrival, Hall County Fire Department and Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office were on scene by boat. 

During the investigation, witnesses stated they left Holiday Marina around 1350 hours. The driver swapped seats with another occupant on board and went to the front of the pontoon. As the pontoon cleared the no wake buoys. The new operator pushed the throttle forward to get on plane. Due to the high winds the victim’s hat blew off his head and into the water. 

The victim attempted to retrieve the hat by leaning over the bow of the boat, but he was not able to get it. The victim suggested jumping into the water and the witnesses stated they tried to talk the victim into wearing a life jacket before jumping in, but the victim did not put one on. Then, the victim jumped into the water without a personal flotation device. The victim retrieved the hat, but as he attempted to swim back to the pontoon the wind continued to push the pontoon further away from him. 

The witnesses tried to throw a black tube in the direction of the victim, but the wind blew the tube away from him. The witnesses stated the victim began to struggle in the water due to the high winds and boat traffic on the water as the wakes continued to hold the victim under water. The witnesses lost sight of the victim. The operator of the pontoon circled around and stated as he got closer to the victim, he lost sight of him at the bow of the pontoon. Two occupants on the pontoon did jump into the water to help the victim, but they were unsuccessful. 

Game Wardens, along with Hall County Fire Department and Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office continued searching by using mounted sonar equipment on the patrol vessels throughout the day. The DNR Sonar Team returned after dark and continued the search efforts by using sector scan throughout the night and morning hours. 

Game Wardens returned on 06/19/2022 at approximately 0800 hours to continue searching for the victim by conducting shore sweeps and using mounted sonar equipment. DNR’s Sonar Team returned after dark to begin using sector scan throughout the night and morning hours. 

Game Wardens returned on 06/20/2022 at approximately 0800 hours to continue searching for the victim by conducting shore sweeps and using mounted sonar equipment.

The DNR Sonar Team continued searching during the evening hours and into the mornings until 06/23/2022. Game Wardens continued morning and evening shore sweeps until 06/26/2022. 

On 06/26/2022 at approximately 1230 hours, I, GW received information that a private diver did locate the victim. The victim was taken to the Dekalb County Medical Examiner Office.


BARDID: GA-2022-0042
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/24/2022 at approximately 1423 hours, I, GW was notified of a boating incident that occurred near three sisters island on Lake Lanier. The vessel did makes it's way to Habersham Marina and met with Forsyth County Fire and EMS. During the investigation, a female did suffer a back injury and was not able to get up from the hull of the vessel. Her husband stated that both of the two were heading north and passing three sisters island whenever their boat hit two wakes and she fell over and could not get up. She was transported to Northside Hospital in Forsyth for her injuries. There was no damage to the vessel. 

She suffered a fractured back.


BARDID: GA-2022-0044
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oconee River
NearestCityorTown: MILLEDGEVILLE
County: BALDWIN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel 1 was traveling upstream along the Oconee River south of the Fall Line Freeway in Milledgeville. Vessel 1 struck a sand bar and traveled up onto the sandbar. It is undetermined if the operator was ejected onto the sand next to the boat or fell from the captain's chair into the floor and onto the sand. 

The operator of vessel 1 sustained several abrasions to his legs as well as a head injury. The operator appeared to be impaired from alcohol use (see attached report). After a CT scan it was determined the operator had a brain bleed but was released after spending 4 days at Atrium Health Macon Hospital. Vessel 1 did not have any noticeable damage.


BARDID: GA-2022-0046
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:48:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Oconee
NearestCityorTown: EATONTON
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On  05/27/2022 at approximately 1605 hours, we responded to Oconee Wild Watersports located at 1133 Lake Oconee Parkway, Eatonton, Georgia in reference to a boating incident. Upon my arrival, I proceeded to the dock area to find Putnam County EMS personnel working with a female victim. I observed much blood coming from the victim's right side of her head above her ear. 

	The victim was identified. Subject was placed on a board (by Putnam County EMS) with head secured and then transported to Athens Piedmont located in Athens, Georgia. While conducting my investigation, I learned the victim was a passenger of a purple Sea Doo personal watercraft bearing no registration numbers. As I spoke to Operator, he stated he was operating the Sea Doo that belonged to a subject2 and Subject was his passenger. 

	Operator stated as he was operating the PWC in the area of the island near the jumping rock when the vessel struck a large wave causing him to leave the seat and come down on the handle bars. I observed Operator to have lacerations to his wrist and calf areas. Operator advised Subject was also ejected off the vessel and as they were in the water he held her until their friend in the pontoon boat arrived. Operator stated when the two of them were ejected off the PWC they were just out of sight of their friends in the pontoon boat. Operator said he had to yell in order to get his friends' attention as they sat around the corner in their pontoon boat. 

	I questioned members of the pontoon boat in order to ascertain if anyone witnessed the incident but no one did. PWCs along with a trailer were taken (with his consent) to Greene County's impound lot until I could confirm the severity of Subject's injuries. 

	While at Athens Piedmont, I spoke to Subject's treating physician, and he advised all scans appeared clear, but suffered a extensive cut on the right side of her head that was going to require stitches.

	While at the hospital, I spoke to Subject and she advised she could not remember the incident and how she received her injuries. On 05/29/2022, I learned Subject was at home so I proceeded to call her by phone. Again Subject could not provide any details on the incident that caused her injuries. 
	On 05/30/2022, I met with subject at the Greene County's Law Enforcement Center's impound lot to return his PWCs and trailer. 
	In conclusion, it appears that when Subject was ejected from the PWC's seat, she came down head first striking the rear of the vessel causing her head injury. As the involved vessel was inspected, the steering column appeared a bit loose from side to side than normal but no other obvious damages were observed to the rear of the vessel.


BARDID: GA-2022-0047
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clarks Hill Lake
NearestCityorTown: APPLING
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 21, 2022 Game Warden received a call from GSP in reference to a boating incident that took place at Trade Winds Safe Harbor Marina, on May 20, 2022.

Once on scene, Game Warden1 made contact with the owners and operators  of the vessels involved in the incident.  

Game Warden1 spoke with Operator1 who was in the operator's console of the Starcraft Pontoon boat. He stated that he was tied up to the dock at the boat landing inside the marina at the time of the incident. Operator1 said that the other vessel, a 2022 Sting Ray 235LR, powered off the the dock across from the boat landing and headed in his direction and struck his vessel with the bow of the vessel causing damage.  

Game Warden1 also spoke with Operator2 and Occupant. Occupant explained that she did not feel comfortable operating the vessel so she allowed Operator2 to operate. Occupant explained that they had just launched the vessel and had pulled over to the courtesy dock adjacent of Operator1. Occupant stated that the dock hand instructed them on how to exit the courtesy dock to head to open water and pushed the bow of the vessel off of the dock. 

Operator2 stated that the area in which he was trying to operate the vessel was narrow due to the boats being tied to the courtesy dock. As Operator2 attempted to exit the courtesy dock he struck the Starcraft vessel. 

Based upon the information gathered from the interviews, Game Warden1 determined that Operator2 was at fault for the incident. The bow of Operator2s' Sting Ray vessel struck the port gunwale of the  parked Starcraft pontoon causing damage.  Picture of the damage attached. 

Game Warden investigation found that the cause of the incident is due to operator inexperience.  Operator2 was operating a new vessel he was not familiar with.


BARDID: GA-2022-0048
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-04-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: SPARTA
County: HANCOCK
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1630 hours Saturday April 9th, 2022, I, Game Warden, received a call about a boating incident that had occurred earlier in the day on Lake Sinclair. After arriving I spoke with the complainant and property owner. Subject1 stated that his neighbor owns the property next door and rents it out via VRBO. He had rented it out for the weekend to several college students who attend GCSU in Milledgeville. 

One of the guests was operating a PWC on Lake Sinclair in front of Subject1s boat house and struck his unoccupied vessel that was residing in the boat slip. The operator of the PWC, Operator1, was not injured. The operator of the PWC and another guest walked over from the rental, and reported to Subject1 what had happened. Subject1 did not see the incident occur. 

After speaking with Subject1, I spoke with the operator of the PWC, Operator1. Operator1 stated that he was operating the PWC on Lake Sinclair in front of Subject1’s boat house when he realized he was too close and tried to put the PWC in reverse. He stated that he must not have secured it in reverse because when he hit the throttle, he collided with Subject1s stationary boat in the slip. The owner of the PWC stated that she was still in the process of getting the PWC registered to her but that she owned it. 

Operator1 received a citation for violation of the 100-foot rule OCGA 52-7-18. END OF REPORT.


BARDID: GA-2022-0049
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: MILLEDGEVILLE
County: BALDWIN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 20th 2022 at approximately 1430 hours Game Warden was notified of a boating incident that had occurred on Lake Sinclair by Baldwin county dispatch. Dispatch informed me that a vessel towing 2 tubes had an accident in which a juvenile male was knocked unconscious. Dispatch stated that the occupants had taken the juvenile by vessel to boat house where they were met by EMS. EMS transported the juvenile to Macon.

GW went to the lake home to speak with the operator and occupants of the vessel. GW went to the pediatric hospital in Macon to speak with the mother of the juvenile and the juvenile who was injured in the tubing accident. 

Once at the rental home I spoke with the operator and the occupant of the vessel. They stated that they had rented the home from a local friend and had decided to take the kids tubing. The rest of their party was on airport island watching them tube on the North side of the island when the incident occurred. 

Subjects both stated that their son was on one tube while two others were on the other. They stated that Subject1 and Subject2 hit a wave and flipped off the tube, causing Subject1 to flip on top of Subject2, hitting him in the head. 

They stated that when they came around to pick up the kids, the kids were signaling for help and Subject2 was face down. Subject3 stated that she dove in to turn Subject2 over and swam him to the vessel. Subject4 stated that he pulled Subject2 into the vessel and that he seemed to be having a seizure. They then called 911 and proceeded to have the rest of their party meet them and go to boat house. They stated that by the time they got to boat house Subject2 was awake and able to walk off the vessel to the waiting ambulance.


BARDID: GA-2022-0050
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: SPARTA
County: HANCOCK
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1800 hours Saturday July 2nd, 2022, Corporal and I, Game Warden, received a call about a boating incident that had occurred on Lake Sinclair. The dispatcher stated that a wake boarding boat had struck a pontoon boat that was tied to a dock. Corporal and I arrived on scene at approximately 1815 hours. When we arrived on scene Corporal spoke with the operator of the wake boarding boat while I spoke with the owner of the pontoon boat, the homeowner, and witnesses on scene.

Subject had his pontoon boat tied off at the end of a dock on Lake Sinclair. Subject2 and Subject1 were seated on the pontoon boat watching their party swim next to the dock. Subject2 and Subject1 looked up when they heard a vessel coming closer and saw that the vessel was going to strike the pontoon boat. Subject1 told Subject2 to get up and they both got out of the boat and onto the dock before the wake boarding boat could hit the pontoon boat. 

The wake boarding boat is a Moomba owned by operator. Operator2 stated that he was pulling his daughter and nephew on a tube and watching them with his mirror when he noticed a pontoon boat coming up behind him, so he swung his boat to the right. Operator2 stated that when he looked up from checking his mirror, he realized he was too far over and cut hard to the left to try to avoid hitting the pontoon boat tied off to the dock in front of him, but ultimately side-swiped it. This caused damage to the Moomba wakeboarding boat, the pontoon boat, and the dock that the pontoon boat was tied up to. A repair estimate of $28,020.24 was received for the pontoon boat belonging to subject2. As of report time, no estimate has been received for the dock repair nor the Moomba repair.

He was cited for violation of the 100-foot rule, OCGA 52-7-18. End of report.


BARDID: GA-2022-0051
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: EATONTON
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1145 hours on March 22, 2022, I, Game Warden, was notified by Putnam County Sheriff's Office of a possible drowning on Lake Sinclair close to Putnam Beach. Once I arrived on scene, I was informed that it was a boating incident and that a male victim was in the water and had not resurfaced. I was able to secure the boat, a 1999 Carolina Skiff 20 foot and off-white in color, at Putnam Beach boat ramp. 

	After securing the vessel, I spoke with the daughter of the victim, who was on the boat when the incident occurred. Her witness statement is attached to this report. Daughter stated that her and her father, who was operating the vessel, were traveling north on the lake and struck an object in the water and her father was thrown from the vessel. She stated she tried to drive the vessel to him but was not able to. She then jumped in the water and swam to him, but he was pulling her under and she couldn't hold on to him. She stated he was not able to swim and was not wearing a PFD. She then swam to shore and called 911. 
	Game wardens searched the area for the remainder of the day utilizing sonar, side scan and the ROV with no success. Later that night, Sgt. was able to access the GPS on the victim's boat and provided the exact GPS coordinates of where the boat struck an object due to a hard left turn that was recorded on the GPS. On March 23rd, Sgt. and I waited until the rain cleared and began searching the area where the boat struck an object in the water. The victim was located on side scan sonar approximately 40 yards from those GPS coordinates and recovered utilizing a body drag. I notified the family immediately after. The body of the victim was turned over to Putnam County Coroner's Office.


BARDID: GA-2022-0052
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Jackson
NearestCityorTown: JACKSON
County: BUTTS
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 30, 2022, we observed an ambulance at the Lloyd Shoals boat ramp in Butts County. Upon arrival, we were informed that a ten year old female had been struck in her right leg by a boat prop.

  We then interviewed the operator and he said that the kids had been swimming and they were ready to get back onboard. He thought the three kids had boarded the boat when he decided to place the pontoon in reverse. Two of the three children had boarded, except for the female, who was struck by the prop five times in her right leg. 

He advised that he had no experience operating a pontoon boat. 

Butts County EMS transported the juvenile to the hospital in Macon.


BARDID: GA-2022-0053
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On Friday, July 29, 2022, at approximately 13:01 hours, Corporal received a phone call from Georgia State Patrol (GSP) dispatch in Cartersville, Georgia stating that a boating incident involving a Personal Watercraft (PWC) had occurred near the Bethany Bridge boat ramp near Red Top Mountain State Park in Bartow County.  Corporal and I, Game Warden, a POST certified peace officer with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, responded to the location.

Upon arrival at approximately 13:13 hours, we noticed that Bartow County Fire/EMS had already arrived and were providing care for the operator of the PWC, Georgia registration GA 0414 DU.  There was also another individual on the courtesy dock with Fire/EMS and Operator.  I went to interview Operator while Corporal talked with Subject1, who provided Operator’s Driver License to us.  Subject1 stated that they had arrived together and that he was on the beach while Operator rode the PWC.

While he was receiving medical assistance, I asked Operator what happened.  He said that he was riding the PWC just south of Bethany Bridge when he jumped the wake of another vessel.  He said the PWC came down in the middle of two waves, landing very hard.  He immediately knew something was wrong and tried to flag down another vessel, but nobody helped.  He then drove the PWC to the courtesy dock at the Bethany boat ramp, got off the PWC, and laid down on the dock until help arrived.  Bartow EMS transported Operator to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia.

After Operator was transported to Kennestone Hospital, I contacted the owner of the PWC to notify her that her PWC was involved in an incident and there appeared to be no damage.  During this time, Subject1 loaded the PWC on the trailer.  I asked subject2 if we could release the PWC to Subject1 and she agreed.  Subject1 and subject2 exchanged information over the phone, and she provided her address so that he could drop it off at her home.

On Monday, August 1, 2022, at approximately 12:20 hours, I called Operator to ask him about his injuries.  He said that he crushed his L1 vertebrae and was released from the hospital Sunday, July 31, 2022.  He did not describe any other injuries or provide any new information regarding the incident.


BARDID: GA-2022-0054
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ocmulgee River
NearestCityorTown: BOWENS HILL
County: BEN HILL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 24th, at approximately 2005 hours, Game Wardens received a call from GSP regarding a missing boater, Subject1, at Brown’s Landing on the Ocmulgee River. Game Wardens responded to Brown’s Landing and met with the subject’s father. The subject’s father notified Game Wardens upon arrival that his son was okay, but that the boat had floated away and sank. Other boaters noticed gear from inside the boat floating down the river and called 911. Plans were made by the subject to remove the vessel from the river.

	Game Wardens interviewed the boat operator, Subject1, who stated that he had a new transom put on the boat and it started leaking. The operator stopped on a sandbar where the vessel began taking on water. He stated the vessel was “about ankle deep” in water when he began traveling back down the river. The vessel’s new motor, a 30 horsepower Tohatsu, cut off when going around a bend in the river. The side of the boat dipped, and a wave came over the gunwale, sinking it. The boat sank just up river from Boney’s Landing and is presumed to be on the bottom of the river. The operator has been back on the river removing gear and debris that floated from his vessel.

	The Vessel is a 1994 Alumacraft Crappie Jr. Jon Boat that is 14 feet long. The registration number is GA 0143XF, expiring 9/24. The total loss of the boat and motor combined came out to be $5,500.


BARDID: GA-2022-0055
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:11:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Savannah River
NearestCityorTown: TYBEE ISLAND
County: CHATHAM
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/09/22 at 1030 hours Chatham Game Wardens received a call in reference to a boating incident in the Savannah River involving one 75 year old man. We were told that a boat capsized in the Savannah River and at the time was unsure of how it happened. Chatham County Marine Patrol responded to the scene and was able to get more information. One witness stated that the victim was intentionally trying to get his anchor stuck in the rocks. He did so and attempted to turn his boat out into the channel, but when he did so that anchor line would pull the stern down because it was stuck and Victim would take on water from the stern. As the boat was taking on water and he attempted to get the water out of the vessel.The boat then capsized and Victim was thrown into the water. The witness attempted to throw a flotation device to him and he grabbed onto it, but by that time Victim had foam coming from his mouth. The witness stated that Victim was not in the water very long and felt as though he didn't drown but suffered from a medical episode brought on by the incident. The Coast Guard was called by the witness and when they arrived onscene they performed CPR on the Victim, but was unsuccessful.

We took pictures and looked for any identifying numbers, but was unable to find any at that time. We had no name for the victim because  we couldn't find a wallet due to the boat being capsized. 

 *** The Vessel had been in the water for 30 hours until it washed up on Tybee Island Beach where Tybee fire retrieved the vessel.

On 7/21/22 I spoke with the coroner and he confirmed that Victim died by drowning.


BARDID: GA-2022-0056
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Tobesofkee
NearestCityorTown: MACON
County: BIBB
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 9, 2022, at approximately 1415 hours, I, Game Warden with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Critical Incident Reconstruction Team (CIRT), received a call from DNR CIRT Sergeant (SGT) in reference to a single vessel boating incident that recently occurred on Lake Tobesofkee in Macon, GA, Bibb County. SGT told me two people were in the hospital, one person was missing in the water and to begin heading towards Macon. 

Through initial interviews, it was found that two of the occupants of the vessel, Victim1 (deceased victim) and Subject1 were being pulled on a tube behind the listed vessel, (Blue, 22’ Godfrey Sweetwater 2386, Pontoon) without wearing personal flotation devices (PFDs). Operator said she rented the vessel for the day from Central Georgia Marina and was operating the vessel at the time of the incident. There were nine occupants on the vessel and two occupants on the tube at the time of the incident. All occupants of the vessel said Subject1 fell off of the tube first, followed by Victim1, a short distance later. According to the occupants of the vessel, both occupants were in the middle of the lake struggling to stay afloat. Operator said she took a right turn to go pick up the tubers when her son jumped off the boat to help the struggling tubers and ended up being struck by the propeller on his left knee. Subject2 also jumped in the water and was able to give Subject1 a PFD. While they were helping Subject1, Victim1 continued to struggle and ended up going under the water and never resurfaced. They continued to circle the area where he was last seen until helped arrived.

The vessel had a 115 Yamaha VMAX outboard motor. I took several photographs of the outside and inside of the vessel and documented the contents of each compartment. Between all of the compartments on the vessel, we found seven adult PFDs, one infant PFD, and one type IV throwable device. There was also a fire extinguisher on the vessel. GW had all of the occupants’ information and witness statements filled out. Subject1 and Victim2 had already been taken to Atrium Health Macon for treatment before GW and SGT arrived on scene. After photographing the vessel, I went to the hospital to speak with Subject1 and Victim2, while GW put the vessel on a trailer for further processing. GW did not start the motor and walked the vessel onto the trailer by hand so that we could get the motor’s Electronic Control Unit (ECU) downloaded by the marina on Monday. He called the owner and told him not to rent the boat out again until we could get the ECU downloaded.

I arrived at the hospital at approximately 1900 hours. I was told that Victim2 was in surgery and there was no record of Subject1 being there. I called GW and she spoke with one of the occupants of the vessel who said Subject1 had already been discharged and to call Operator. I went back to the marina to meet with GW and to take additional photographs of the vessel o


BARDID: GA-2022-0057
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hartwell
NearestCityorTown: HARTWELL
County: HART
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator1 was traveling from the SC side of Lake Hartwell in a westward direction towards Hart County, GA in open water north of Carters Ferry.  

Operator2 was traveling north of Carters Ferry heading in a south direction toward Hartwell Dam.  

An unknown vessel was also traveling parallel to V2 off the port side.

According to witnesses, Operator1 and Operator2 were in a crossing situation with Operator1 being the give way vessel.  Operator1 failed to give way.  It was reported that the operator was looking down and not paying attention.  

Prior to impact, Operator2 turned to starboard.

Operator1 was struck by V2, causing fatal injuries.  Two people onboard V2 sustained non-fatal injrueis.


BARDID: GA-2022-0058
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Carters Lake
NearestCityorTown: CHATSWORTH
County: MURRAY
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On Sunday 06/19/2022, I Game Warden 1, and Game Warden 2 were conducting a boating safety patrol on Carters Lake. At approximately 1525 hrs. I noticed a Ski boat traveling through the wake zone with an occupant on the ski platform. I initiated a vessel stop and they informed me that they knew he couldn’t ride there but that he had broken his leg while wake boarding. 
	The operator was identified to be Operator, the injured individual was Injured, and the other passenger was Passenger. The vessel owner was not on board, but he was waiting at the Dam Site boat ramp. The owner was Owner. Once the vessel was secured at the dock, I verified that they had contacted EMS and they confirmed that they had. While waiting I gathered the necessary information.
	The driver informed me that they were on the main body of the lake wake boarding. Operator was driving the vessel, and Injured was attempting to jump a wake and he landed incorrectly and that resulted in the breaking of his leg. Operator, and Passenger removed the board from his feet, and transported him back to Dam Site to meet EMS. 
	After an extended period, I contacted Murray dispatch by radio to check the status of the ambulance. Dispatch informed me that they had gone to the wrong area of the lake and would be enroute to my location. We assisted EMS load Injured into the Ambulance then myself and my partner went back into service. 

				END OF REPORT


BARDID: GA-2022-0059
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-04-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CANTON
County: CHEROKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 04/03/2022 at approximately 1230 hours Game Warden 2 and I, Game Warden 1, responded to a capsized boat near Victoria Marina. Once on scene I made contact with Operator.

	Operator advised he was sailing North near Victoria Marina with Passengers 1 and 2. He attempted to turn his vessel around when a strong gust of wind struck his sail causing the boat to capsize. All three occupants were able to exit the vessel and climb onto the hull of the boat. A passing boat assisted getting them to shore. Operator advised no one was injured during the incident. 

	Cherokee County Fire and EMS responded to the scene. Operator was advised how to obtain a copy of this report. Body Camera video and audio is not available for this call.


BARDID: GA-2022-0060
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 05/09/2022 at approximately 1500 hours I, Game Warden 1, was dispatched to a boating incident at Park Marina Road. Once on scene I made contact with the operator of Vessel 1, Operator 1.   
	
	Operator 1 advised he was with a large group of people. They rented several PWCs and a pontoon boat from Paradise Boat Rentals. They left the rental location and were traveling North East Bound on Lake Allatoona. Operator 1 was filming individuals on the pontoon boat and did not see Vessel 2 doing donuts in front of him. Operator 1 released the throttle and attempted to avoid the collision. The front port side bow of Vessel 1 struck the port side of Vessel 2 towards the bow. Vessel 1 ramped over Vessel 2 and came down on the starboard side towards the stern. The damage to Vessel 1 is on the port side of the bow. Operator 1 advised he was not injured.   

	Operator 2 advised he was with a large group of people. They rented several PWCs and a pontoon boat from Paradise Boat Rentals. They left the rental location and were traveling North East Bound on Lake Allatoona. Operator 2 was doing donuts near the pontoon boat. Operator 2 did not see Vessel 1 approaching his location. Just before the collision Operator 2 jumped into the water. The front port side bow of Vessel 1 struck the port side of Vessel 2 towards the bow. Vessel 1 ramped over Vessel 2 and came down on the starboard side towards the stern. The damage to Vessel 2 is the Front bow, port side, seat, steering console, and starboard stern. Operator 2 advised he was not injured. 
	
	 Paradise Boat Rentals was notified and both vessels were returned to Paradise. Photographs were taken of Vessel 1 and Vessel 2. All involved parties were advised how to obtain a copy of this report. Video and audio are available for this call.


BARDID: GA-2022-0061
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 06/23/2022 at approximately 2000 hours I, Game Warden 1, responded to a boating incident at Park Marina Road. Once on scene I made contact with V1 Operator.

	V1 Operator advised he was the operator of Vessel 1. He was trying to locate Park Marina’s rental docks. He turned into Park Marina’s main docking area when he realized he was in the wrong location. V1 Operator attempted to turn his vessel around. He stated while turning the vessel around the steering seemed to lock up. V1 Operator was unable to properly make the turn and the rear starboard side of Vessel 1 struck the rear of Vessel 2. 

	Vessel 2 was docked at the time of the collision. The owner of Vessel 2 and Park Marina were notified of the incident. All involved parties were advised how to obtain a copy of this report. Body camera video and audio is available for this call.


BARDID: GA-2022-0062
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/04/2022 at approximately 1753 hours I responded to a boating incident at Glade Marina. Once on scene I made contact with the Operator of Vessel 2, Operator 2.  
	Operator 2 advised she was passing Park Marina traveling South Bound on the right-hand side of the lake. Vessel 1 was traveling North Bound on the left-hand side of the lake. Vessel 1 attempted to over-take a boat and entered Vessel 2’s lane of travel. Operator 2 attempted to avoid the collision but was unsuccessful. The bow of Vessel 1 impacted the port side bow of Vessel 2. Operator 2 advised no one was injured. 

	I made contact with the Operator of Vessel 1, Operator 1, over the phone. Operator 1 advised she was passing Park Marina traveling North Bound on the right-hand side of the lake. Vessel 2 was traveling South Bound on the left-hand side of the lake. Vessel 2 entered her lane of travel. Operator 1 stated she released the throttle and attempted to avoid Vessel 2. Operator 1 was unable to avoid the collision and the bow of Vessel 1 impacted the port side bow of Vessel 2. Operator 1 advised no one was injured.

	Both parties were advised how to obtain a copy of this report. Video and audio are available for this call.


BARDID: GA-2022-0063
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07/05/2022 at approximately 1150 hours I, Game Warden 1, contacted Injured in reference to a boating incident that occurred on 6/25/2022. 

	Injured advised around 1230 hours she was a passenger on a boat which was in the process of pulling into a slip at Glade Marina. While the boat was pulling into the slip her wrist got caught between the boat and dock. The impact fractured her left wrist. The boat was being rented from Paradise Marina. The vessel was a Panton boat. Injured could not advise me of the make or model.
	
	There is no additional information available at this time. Injured was advised how to obtain a copy of this report. Video and audio are not available for this call.


BARDID: GA-2022-0064
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:40:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
I arrived on scene of a boating incident at 1200 on Monday, August 15, 2022, and observed a cabin cruiser that had collided with the gangway of a slip at the Allatoona Yacht Club idling in the water in between the slip and the shore. EMS were onboard rendering aid to the operator. I observed that the gangway had been displaced and that powerlines to the slip had been damaged and were pulled down into the walking path of the gangway. I began taking witness statements and observing damages, all which corroborated the witness statements. EMS removed Operator from the vessel at approximately 1215 and transported him to the hospital. I then walked up to the helm and observed nothing unusual. After that, I walked down the gangway and observed minor damage to the bow of the vessel and the anchor was slightly bent. 

	Witnesses state that at approximately 1130 on August 15, 2022, a cabin cruiser crashed into the gangway of a slip at the Allatoona Yacht Club. Witnesses say that the cabin cruiser was traveling at idle speed as it approached the marina but did not slow down and collided with the gangway causing damage to the walkway, power lines leading to the slip, as well as some minor damage to the hull and anchor of the vessel. Witness stated that he heard the collision as he and a friend were backing their pontoon boat out of the slip. 

Subject1 stated that he ran over to the cruiser and first attempted to open the cabin, but it was locked. He then ran up the stairs to the helm and initially could not see the operator until he got closer to the controls. Subject1 said he was slumped over to his left side and was “blue and purple” and had blood on his nose. Subject1 stated there was also blood on the left side of the control panel as well. Subject1 said he called to two other people at the slip that Operator was unresponsive. Subject1 stated that Operator had no pulse and was not breathing. EMS arrived on scene at approximately 1200 and began CPR before transporting Operator to the hospital. He passed away later. The vessel was released.


BARDID: GA-2022-0065
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday, July 23, 2022, at approximately 13:01 hours, I, Game Warden 1, a POST certified peace officer with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, received a phone call from Georgia State Patrol (GSP) dispatch in Cartersville, Georgia stating that a boating incident had occurred just north of Bethany Bridge near Red Top Mountain State Park in Bartow County.  Dispatch informed me that it was between a pontoon and a Personal Watercraft (PWC).  Upon arrival at approximately 14:28 hours, I observed a white pontoon, Georgia registration, anchored near the shoreline and the occupants waved us over.  Game Warden 2 and I approached the vessel, confirmed that it was the one involved in the incident, and confirmed that there were no injuries.  The operator of the PWC, Florida registration, returned as soon as he noticed our patrol vessel.  Game Warden 2 had a short conversation with PWC operator, V2 Operator, and confirmed that he was not injured and there was no damage to the PWC.

While GW 2 was interviewing V2 Operator, I asked V1 Operator, the operator of the pontoon (rented from Holiday Harbor Marina & Resort by Witness), what happened.  V1 Operator said that he was pulling two passengers on a tube into the main waterway in a large sweeping lefthand turn at about 15 miles per hour.  He noticed the PWC approaching from his right and tried to signal that he was pulling tubers.  V1 Operator said that V2 Operator appeared to be trying to pass behind his vessel when he seemed to notice the tubers and corrected in the direction of the bow.  V2 Operator then struck the right side of the pontoon behind the operator leaving a sizeable dent in the aluminum.  V1 Operator estimated that they noticed each other (made eye contact) when they were approximately 50’ to 100’ apart.

I then asked V2 Operator what happened.  V2 Operator said that he was operating the PWC out past the island and was turning back into the cove when he saw the pontoon.  He said he was going to pass behind the pontoon but noticed the tubers and tried to change direction.  When he did it was too late, and he struck the pontoon.  GW 2 and I explained to V2 Operator the rules of the road and how he was not travelling where he should have been when coming back into the cove.

On Monday, July 25, 2022, I talked with Employee from Holiday Harbor Marina & Resort.  She said the damage to the pontoon exceeds $2000.00.


BARDID: GA-2022-0066
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:37:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Finger caught in rope
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On Friday, September 02, 2022, at approximately 16:37 hours, Game Warden First Class (GWFC) 2 received a phone call from Georgia State Patrol (GSP) dispatch in Cartersville, Georgia about a boating incident involving a pontoon that occurred on Allatoona Lake in Bartow County.  There was an injured party (Passenger) located at the Park Marina rental docks with an injured hand.  GWFC  and I, Game Warden (GW) 1, responded to the location.

Upon arrival at Park Marina at approximately 17:13 hours, we found that Bartow County Fire/EMS had already arrived, provided care, and were preparing to transport Passenger to Kennestone Hospital in Marietta, Georgia.  I gathered information about the rental vessel, Georgia registration, from the Park Marina staff and then travelled with GWFC 2 to the Kennestone Hospital Emergency center to obtain statements from Operator, the operator of the pontoon, and Passenger his mother.

Operator said that his family was preparing to move the vessel from their swimming location and his mother was trying to retrieve the anchor.  He was not aware that she still had the rope in her hand when he placed the vessel in gear to move forward.  When the vessel moved, it placed tension on the anchor line and caught the pinky and ring finger of his mother’s right hand.  When she screamed, he immediately looked back at her and placed the vessel in neutral.  He said that her hand was bleeding a lot and that he placed items on her hand to provide compression and stop the bleeding.  He called 911 and travelled to the park marina rental docks for help.

Passenger offered the same account of events.  Her pinky finger was nearly severed, and the ring finger had a significant laceration.  Doctors were discussing possible options to repair her finger(s) when we left the hospital.  

There was no damage to the vessel, but the anchor line was removed and left with the anchor in the water.

On Thursday, September 08, 2022, at approximately 11:00 hours, I talked with Passenger.  She stated that the damage to her pinky finger was extensive, and that she was recovering from surgery.  She said the doctors will reevaluate her finger after it begins healing and it may require additional surgery.  Her ring finger should recover without any issues.


BARDID: GA-2022-0067
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-02-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CANTON
County: CHEROKEE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On February 04, 2022, I, Game Warden 1 with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, was contacted by my region office in reference to a vessel fire on Allatoona Lake at Harbor Town Marina. Cherokee 911 advised my office that one vessel caught fire and was totally engulfed in flames at the marina. This fire also damaged an additional vessel that was docked in an adjacent slip. I responded from Forsyth, Georgia later that afternoon to collect information and contact the vessel owners.
	Upon arrival, Game Warden 2 and I assessed the damage and collected any available information from the scene and vessels. The vessel that caught fire was a Chapparral Cabin Cruiser, registered to V1 Own. The adjacent vessel that was damaged from the fire was a Sun Tracker Pontoon, registered to a V2 Owner of Acworth, Georgia. The Cabin Cruiser had significant burn damage to the cabin and stern area of the vessel. Due to the extensive damage, I was unable to determine a clear cause of the fire. The nearby Pontoon was damaged on its port side. Specifically, the upholstery located on the port side was melted, some of the carpet on the port side was melted, and the paint located on the port cabin area was melted and flaking off.  I contacted V2 Owner's wife by telephone and informed her of the incident. V2 Owner's wife was out of town and very upset about the damage to her vessel. V2 Owner's wife did confirm that the vessel was insured. I then contacted the registered owner of the Cabin Cruiser, V1 Owner by telephone. V1 Owner was already made aware of the incident prior to my contact. V1 Owner confirmed his vessel was insured. When asked what he believed could have caused the fire, V1 Owner stated that he had a heater on the vessel that was left on and that it could have been the cause of the fire. 
	After speaking with the vessel owners, I spoke with the marina manager who advised that the fire was first discovered that morning by the maintenance crew. This maintenance crew was checking the area at around 0900 when they observed what was a small fire at that time. The crew advised that during the time that it took to call for help the vessel was fully involved in flames. 
	Cherokee County Fire arson investigator surveyed the scene prior to my arrival and determined that no investigation would take place. Towboat US recovered the vessel at the marina boat launch and towed the boat to a storage location in Cartersvile. 
	Nothing further unless amended.


BARDID: GA-2022-0068
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On May 05th, 2022, I, Game Warden First Class (GWFC) 1 with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, received a call at 1936 from Georgia State Patrol (GSP) dispatch regarding a boat accident in the area of the blockhouse boat ramp on Lake Allatoona. 
	I arrived at the blockhouse boat ramp and did not locate either vessel involved. I drove down to the Old Highway 41 #1 Park boat ramp and located both parties at 2010. Both parties immediately stated that the owner of the pwc, later identified as V2 Owner, had already arrived on scene and had taken the pwc away. 
	I asked if anyone was injured, and everyone stated no. I observed a red and black Skeeter bass boat, Georgia Registration, and identified the driver as V1 Operator. V1 Operator stated that he had come through the no wake zone at the I-75 bridge and got on plane headed back to the boat ramp located at Old Highway 41 #1 Park. V1 Operator stated as he was approaching the no wake zone, located in front of the boat ramp, he came off plane and proceeded to slow down. At that time, the pwc struck the motor of his boat. I collected all the information off the boat. I asked V1 Operator how much damage he thought was done and he stated that they would have to get it looked at in order to get an accurate amount. I told him when he got a estimate done, to contact me so I can add it to my report.
	I spoke to the operator of the pwc, who was identified as V2 Operator. V2 Operator stated that he was traveling behind the Skeeter boat through the no wake zone at I-75 Bridge all the way back to the boat ramp. V2 Operator stated that when the Skeeter boat came off plane, that as he was slowing down the wake of the boat threw him into the motor of the Skeeter.  
	I observed the damage to the Skeeter boat, and it was consistent with both parties stories. V2 Operator had rented the Jet Ski using an app from his phone. He was finally able to make contact with V2 Owner, the owner of the vessel. After several minutes, V2 Owner called me and set up a place to meet him so I could document the damage to the pwc. 
	I met V2 Owner at Marietta. I observed a yellow and blue pwc with damage to the port side rub rail. The damage was consistent with the story V2 Operator gave me at the boat ramp. I observed no registration numbers but valid registration stickers. V2 Owner gave me registration paper work that had Georgia Registration.  V2 Owner stated that he had just bought the pwc that day. I asked V2 Owner if the pwc was insured and he stated no. I asked V2 Owner how much he thought the damage was, he stated 200-300 dollars. 
	On May 13th, 2022, V1 Operator called me and stated that he received a quote to fix his boat. V1 Operator stated that it would cost approximately $2900.


BARDID: GA-2022-0069
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:19:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 6/19/2022 at approximately 1617 hours Corporal 2 and I, Game Warden 1, observed an in-progress boating incident on Lake Allatoona.
 
	An overloaded 19-foot Nitro fish and ski boat capsized and the eight occupants entered the water. We immediately began throwing life jackets to the occupants and pulling the individuals into our patrol vessel. The capsized vessel was pushed toward shore by passing wakes. Two of the occupants, Passenger 6 and Operator, used a rope to secure the vessel to the shore. 
 
	All the individuals were transported to Proctor Landing Park. None of the occupants sustained any injuries during the incident. Passenger 6 advised he will have the boat removed from the lake. No additional information is available at this time. Body camera video and audio is available for this call.


BARDID: GA-2022-0070
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Nottley
NearestCityorTown: BLAIRSVILLE
County: UNION
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On Wednesday, July 6th, 2022, at approximately 1740 hours, I, Game Warden 1, with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division Critical Incident Reconstruction Team, was contacted by GA DNR LED CIRT Supervisor, Sergeant 2, in reference to a boating incident, resulting in serious injuries, on Lake Nottley at approximately 1600 hours in Union County.  Sgt. 2 told me to respond to Highland Park Clubhouse and Docks the following morning to meet with him, Corporal 3, and Game Warden 4.

On Thursday, July 7th, at 0830 hours, I met with Sgt. 2, Cpl. 3, and GW. 4.  Cpl. 3 said he was dispatched at approximately 1628 hours on July 6th to Highland Park Clubhouse and Docks in reference to the boating incident that occurred approximately 30 minutes before. 

Cpl. 3 said the operator of the 2018 Key West open motorboat was Operator.  Operator was operating his vessel in a southwest direction on Lake Nottley with one adult male, Passenger 3, and 2 juvenile males, Passenger 2 and Passenger 1 as passengers in the vessel.  Operator was also towing one adult male, Injured 2, and one adult female, Injured 1, on an inflatable tube behind his vessel.  Operator noticed a vessel traveling in the opposite direction as him, so he turned to his right and realized he was operating too close to a dock.  When he tried correcting his vessel back to the left, it caused the inflatable tube to swing to the right, which caused the inflatable tube carrying Injured 2, and Injured 1 to make impact with the dock at Pat Colwell Rd.  Cpl. 3 said Injured 2 and Injured 1 had already been airlifted to Grady Hospital and Union General Hospital by the time he arrived on scene but was able to secure information and witness statements from Operator and Passenger 3.  While speaking with Operator, Cpl. 3 determined that neither alcohol nor drugs was a factor in the incident.  The witness statements of Operator and Passenger 3 will be attached to the report.

While on scene at Highland Park Clubhouse and Docks, I photographed the Key West vessel and Wow Super Thriller inflatable tube for evidence.  I did not observe any damage to the vessel.  The inflatable tube that was pulled behind the vessel had several markings on it from impacting the dock.  Sgt. 2, Cpl. 3, GW. 4, & I then went to the impacted dock by patrol vessel to take measurements and photographs.  We observed damage on the left, 28-foot bar joist of the dock, several 9” bar joists, and several roof posts from the impact of Injured 2, Injured 1, and the tube.

Sgt. 2 and I returned to Highland Park Clubhouse and Docks to download data from the 175 Suzuki Outboard motor and Lowrance GPS unit.  It was determined that Operator was operating the Key West vessel above idle speed, between 20 and 23 knots (23-26 mph), within 100 feet of the impacted dock, towing Injured 2 & Injured 1 on an inflatable tube attached by a rope that was 55 feet in total length.  Injured 2 sustained a laceration on his liver, hairline fractured vertebrae, and multiple contusions.  Injured 1 sustained a ruptured kidney, torn ligaments in a shoulder, a shoulder fracture, damage to ureter, multiple chipped teeth, severe concussion, and bruising on the lungs. 

Based on interviews, witness statements, physical evidence, and the investigation, the facts show Operator was towing an inflatable tube, occupied by Injured 2 and Injured 1, above idle speed within 100 feet of an object/shoreline.  *** Supplemental by Game Warden 5.

On July 6, 2022 at approximately 17:00 hours I Game Warden First Class 5 With Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division (DNR-LED) was contacted by Corporal (CPL) 3 with DNR-LED about a boating incident that occurred on Lake Nottely in Union County. CPL 3 advised that the operator of the vessel had slung the people on the tube into a dock.  When I


BARDID: GA-2022-0071
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: CUMMING
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
MachineryFailure: Shift
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/22/2022 at approximately 1520 hours, I, Game Warden 1 was notified by the Region 2 Gainesville Office about a boating incident that occurred on Lake Lanier in Cumming, GA. Upon arrival on 08/23/2022 at 1200 hours, I spoke with the owner of the dock. Dock Owner stated a Four Winns open motorboat crashed into his dock and it was still sitting on top of his dock. During the investigation, I spoke with the owner of the vessel and he stated a friend Operator did operate the vessel on 08/16/2022 when the incident occurred. GW 1 spoke with Operator about the incident. Operator stated on 08/16/2022 at approximately 2215 hours he was doing mechanical work on the vessel and began operating the vessel away from the dock he was at. He said he pushed the throttle forward and the throttle got stuck in the forward position. Operator could not get the vessel back in neutral. He attempted to manuveur the boat, but was unsuccessful and collided with Dock Owner's dock. The vessel landed on top of Dock Owner's dock causing damage to the vessel and the dock. Photos were taken by GW 1.


BARDID: GA-2022-0072
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 7/24/22 at approximately 12:35 hours I was notified of a boat fire incident that had occurred near the Holiday Marina no wake zone.  GWFC 2 arrived on scene by vessel and advised that I go to the North Georgia Medical Center, Braselton to meet with the owner of the vessel and another occupant who were en route there by ambulance.

I arrived at the hospital at approximately 13:00 hours and I met with Operator and Passenger.  They were both burned, but Passenger appeared to have the most serious injuries.  I spoke with both of them and asked what had happened.  Neither person was able to write a statement at the time but they did give oral statements.  They both told me that they smelled gas and lifted up compartment doors to see where it was coming from.  They said when that happened fire erupted.  They said they were rescued by people driving PWCs.  Operator said that he had just got the vessel out of the shop and it was its first time out on the lake since.  This event took place outside the no wake zone at Holiday Marina.  I later spoke with Operator who said that the vessel was worth $40,000 and was a total loss. 

During this time, GWFC 2 interviewed a Witness at the scene of the incident.  He wrote a statement which was the same account as the other two occupants.  I called Witness on 7/29/22 to get his personal information but he did not give it to me.  His statement is attached to this report.

This incident was recorded on my body worn camera.


BARDID: GA-2022-0073
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-10-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: GAINESVILLE
County: FORSYTH
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 10/09/2022 at approximately 1840 hours, I, Game Warden 1, was notified of a boating incident on Lake Lanier. I spoke with the complainant, operator1 and he stated that a red and tan speed boat collided with the rental boat he and 19 other passengers were on. Operator1 stated the speed boat never stopped and continued on without speaking to the operator of the vessel. The collision occurred just outside of Port Royale Marina. Photos were taken by Operator1. Operator1 was able to send photos of the vessel and two witness statements from a few individuals on board. 

I spoke with Operator1 and advised him I needed everyone's information that was on board the vessel. It was at this point, Operator1 began being uncooperative in getting the information from the passengers on board the vessel. Several attempts were made in contacting him, but he continued to not answer my calls and emails. 

I have reached out him numerous times and he has avoided me at every turn.  It appears the other vessel came into contact with the port stern area of the rented boat but I am unable to determine which vessel is at fault without more information.


BARDID: GA-2022-0074
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Brunswick River
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 08/14/2022, I, Game Warden 1 and Cpl. 2 received a call from GSP Brunswick of a vessel that was on fire in St. Simons Sound at the Jekyll Island pier.  Cpl. 2 and I found the disabled vessel floating in the sound just off Clam Creek.  There was not anyone on the vessel, so we began to look for anyone swimming nearby.  We noticed Jekyll Fire and Rescue put a PWC in the water from the beach and followed the PWC to another area where the occupants had swam to.  The occupants were in the marsh just south of the pier.  The occupants were then shuffled over from the marsh to our patrol vessel via the PWC.  Once all the occupants were on our patrol vessel, Cpl. 2 and I went to the distressed vessel that was floating towards a busy beach on St. Simons Island.  We were able to secure the vessel for tow and began to tow it to shallow water so it could be anchored.  Once the vessel was anchored, the owner of the vessel decided he would stay with the vessel until Tow Boat U.S. was able to come tow the disabled vessel back to the boat ramp.  Cpl. 2 and I then took the other three occupants back to the boat ramp at Liberty Ship Park where they had someone come pick them up.  When the owner got back to the boat ramp with his vessel, Cpl. 2 and I went to the ramp to talk with him and make sure he was okay.  He said that he was good but could not find his fire extinguisher on his boat.  I wrote him a warning for not having a fire extinguisher.  I also told him to call me and let me know the total price for the engine for my report.


BARDID: GA-2022-0075
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-09-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tidal Cree (VI)
NearestCityorTown: BRUNSWICK
County: GLYNN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 09/15/22 at approximately 1605  I, Game Warden 1, was going to the Brunswick Office when I noticed a vessel sitting on top of the Liberty Ship Park boat ramp dock. Beside the boat was an individual in the water clinging to the dock while another person was trying to pull them from the water. I immediately drove to the boat ramp. I  climbed over the vessel and pulled the kill switch. I then proceeded to assist Good Samaritan in pulling Operator from the water. Operator told me that while attempting to dock the vessel the out going current caused the boat to strike the dock and knocked him over onto the throttle. The sudden increase in throttle ejected him from the vessel and pushed the vessel on to the dock. Operator was not injured during the accident. The vessel sustained substantial damage to the hull. The bow and stern of the vessel's hull had punctures from the cleats on the dock. The starboard side of the hull has a large scrape into the clear coat below the water line. The port side of the hull has a large scrape in the clear coat right below the registration number. The chine on the port side was scratched through the gel coat. Sea tow responded and pulled the vessel off of the dock and helped to trailer it.


BARDID: GA-2022-0076
State: GA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2022-10-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Mary's River
NearestCityorTown: ST MARYS
County: CAMDEN
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
I, GW 1, at approximately 1700 on 10/02/22 was contacted by SGT 2 about a vessel having struck the Jetties in the Cumberland Sound. I and GW 3 responded to the scene of the accident at 1900. We launched from the Brunswick Office on the Safe Boat. We were notified by dispatch that the two individuals on board had been retrieved from the water by a good Samaritan. The Samaritan's name was Good Samaritan, using his sail boat. The vessel that struck the jetties was V1. It was being captained by Operator. The other person on board was Passenger. We followed behind the Good Samaritan vessel till we reached the docks in Fernandina Docks to take statements from the individuals on board. We were unable to see any damage done to V1 from the Jetties. Operator stated that the jetties didn't appear on his GPS unit and that they were able to launch the life raft 10 minutes after the incident.

10/02/2022- V1 became detached from jetties and landed on Florida's side of the channel below Fort Clinch.

10/12/2022- Called Operator and he told me that his vessel had been recovered from the beach and was inspected by the claims specialist. The vessel was reported as a complete loss.


BARDID: GA-2022-0077
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wilmington River
NearestCityorTown: SAVANNAH
County: CHATHAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator1 was operating his Contender under the influence of alcohol on the Wilmington River.  He left Bahia Marina heading to Daufuskie Island with two others onboard.  Subject1 was standing on the starboard side and subject2 was on the port side behind operator. 

Operator2  left Freedom Boat Club and were traveling south down the Wilmington River in a rented AquaSport.  

As the two boats approached ICW marker 30, operator1 steered to the port and across the river channel.  Operator2 was following the river channel and was on the starboard side of the river.  

Operator1 continued across the river in to a head on situation.  Operator2 steered to the starboard and Operator1 steered to the port side and into the port side bow of V2.

The violent collision caused operator1 and his two passengers to be ejected.  Subject2 was struck by an object, most likely a propeller or skeg from a boat motor, and was killed.  

The collision also caused four people onboard v2 to get ejected.  All were killed as a result of the crash either from blunt trauma, drowning, or both.  Two others on v2 were violently slammed in v2.

Operator1’s impairment caused him to make poor decisions and steer into the path of v2.


BARDID: GA-2022-0078
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-10-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Satilla River
NearestCityorTown: KINGS BAY BASE
County: CAMDEN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
I, Game Warden 1 at 1536 on 10212022 was contacted by the Brunswick Office in regards to a boating accident. The accident occurred in the Cumberland River right before St. Andrews Sound. A 20ft motor  vessel struck the starboard side of a sail boat and glanced off of it. No injuries occurred and both vessels returned to the Jekyll Island Marina.

I arrived at the Jekyll Marina at approximately 1620 on 10212022 and interviewed V1 Operator. V1 Operator was the owner and operator for the motor vessel. V1 Operator stated that him, his brother in law, and brother were the only people onboard his vessel. The other two individuals had already left the marina by the time i arrived. V1 Operator stated that he was on his phone checking the tide chart when he heard someone yelling and looked up. That's when he seen the sail boat and attempted to avoid the collision by steering to the starboard side. The port side of the bow made contact with the sail boat and slid from the starboard beam down to the starboard bow. The damage appeared to only be that the bow navigational lights were broken and that his rub rail had pulled away from the vessel on the port side of the bow.

Thirty minutes after interviewing V1 Operator and receiving a written statement from him the sail boat came into the marina. I spoke with all four individuals on board and received a written statement from them as well. V2 Operator was operating the sail boat at the time of the incident. V2 Operator stated that it happened so fast and that they were only going 5mph that he was unable to avoid being hit by V1 Operator. The statements made to me by the rest of the people on the sail boat would indicate this being the case.

On 11/15/22 at 1032 i was finally able to reach V2 Passenger 2 and receive the damage estimate for the sail boat. Its currently sitting at $3300 but they are expecting the damage to go up to $4300 once they send in the remaining receipts.


BARDID: GA-2022-0080
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clarks Hill Lake
NearestCityorTown: APPLING
County: COLUMBIA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On the listed date and time, Game Wardens heard a call go out from the Columbia County Sheriffs Office Radio in reference to a vessel fire at the list location. Game Wardens responded to the incident location and found that the listed vessel was being extinguished by the Columbia County Fire Department. Game Wardens interviewed the victim/driver of the vessel. The victim stated that he launched his vessel and was idling over to the courtesy dock. The victim stated that for reason(s) unknown the vessel exploded. He stated that debris from the explosion struck him on the right side of his head causing a laceration. He then jumped into the water to swim away from the burning vessel.  He further stated that he has not had any recent work done to the vessel and could hear the blower motors working when the vessel was turned on. He did fill up the vessel at a local gas station on shore prior to launching. The victim stated that the vessel was worth approximately $11,000.00 and is a total loss. The victim received first aid from Gold Cross EMS at the scene. He was later transported to Med Now where he received 7 stitches.  The witness on scene stated that he was driving the vehicle that was towing the vessel. He stated that he backed the vessel down the boat ramp to launch. He further stated that the vessel started and pulled off the trailer. As he began to park the vehicle and trailer, he heard an explosion and saw the vessel on fire. Game Wardens investigation found that the vessel burned to the waterline. Game Wardens were unable to determine exact cause of the fire due to the extent of damage. The vessel remains were secured on scene to be cleaned up by the Corps of Engineers recommendation.  No further action was taken.


BARDID: GA-2022-0081
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-12-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Satilla River
NearestCityorTown: FOLKSTON
County: CHARLTON
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On December 18, 2022, at approximately 11:30 A.M. I (Corporal 1) received a call from Sergeant 2 about a boat that had capsized near Burnt Fort boat landing in Charlton county on the Satilla river. Upon my arrival, both duck hunters had been located by Charlton Sheriff's Deputies and had refused medical treatment and their vessel had been towed back to the boat ramp by a good Samaritan. The subjects had left the scene.

I spoke with Sgt. 2 had the information on the subject and had details about what had happened.

Owner and Operator had put on the Satilla river and traveled downstream to Camp Lake to duck hunt when they were leaving the area to return to the boat ramp Operator was operating the 9.9 horsepower Yamaha tiller steer motor on a 15-foot long Gheenoe boat when the weight shifted in the boat causing the boat to capsize while the motor was running both Operator and Owner went into the water and were able to swim to the bank to call for help both subjects were located by a Charlton county Deputy and both refused medical treatment. The Charlton county deputy called Good Samaritan who was able to bring his boat and tow the Gheenoe back to the landing. There was no damage to the boat. The motor was running when it went underwater possibly causing mechanical damage to the motor, a Minkota 45-pound thrust trolling motor and a shotgun was also lost when the boat capsized. all of the required safety equipment was present in the boat.


BARDID: GA-2022-0082
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-12-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Other
NearestCityorTown: DARIEN
County: MCINTOSH
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On December 23, 2022 at approximately 1030 hours, GW 1 received a call from GSP dispatch in reference to a vessel taking on water in the Champney river, McIntosh county.  Dispatch informed me that a person named Operator called in stating that his vessel was taking on water and sinking near rabbit island.  They also informed me that McIntosh was unsure if they were going to launch a vessel due to the high winds and choppy water conditions.  I spoke with Operator who informed me that they were going to have to ditch the boat as it was continuously taking on water and going down.  He said that they were going to try to make it to the nearest point of land/island and I asked if he could send me his exact location or GPS coordinates, which he said that he would.  Operator called back a few minutes later to inform me that they made it to the island but his boat had capsized and was gone.  I arrived at the Champney river boat ramp and noticed that a McIntosh county sheriffs office vehicle was there with an empty boat trailer.  I contacted McIntosh, and found out that two of their deputies had launched a vessel.  I could hear the McIntosh deputies on the radio as they located the missing persons on an island in the river.  McIntosh was able to get both persons and they brought them back to the Champney river boat ramp and they refused ems.

	The owner of the vessel, Operator, and a friend, Passenger left from Champney river boat ramp that morning to go duck hunting. They informed me that after their hunt, they were attempting to make it back to the boat ramp.  As they came around one of the islands a couple of waves came over the bow of the vessel.  Once the weight of the water got in the boat it started to just get lower and lower in the water.  Eventually Operator and Passenger had to abandon the vessel and swim approximately 30 yards to dry land.  The boat capsized and drifted off, down the river and out of sight.  Wave height and strong winds were the factors that caused the vessel to take on water and become adrift until the occupants had to abandon before it capsized.


BARDID: GA-2022-0083
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-10-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:59:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Mary's River
NearestCityorTown: FOLKSTON
County: CHARLTON
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On October 27, 2022 at approximately 1258hrs Game Warden 2 was notified by Game Warden 1 of a boating incident with no injuries involving a PWC on the St. Mary's River near Traders Hill Boat Landing. The exact location, vessels involved, and number of subjects involved was unknown at this time. 

GW 2 notified Cpl. 3 and both officers responded to Traders Hill. Cpl. 3 was notified that the  PWCs operator and witnesses were located on the Florida side of the river near Tompkins Landing where a Good Samaritan helped them to shore. 

Cpl. 3 and GW 2 arrived at Tompkins Landing in Florida to interview the PWC operator and witnesses. The operator stated that his PWC struck something underneath the water and he heard a pop and then his vessel began to take on water. He quickly began towards shore before the vessel completely submerged. Two Good Samaritan's who lived in the area were able to pull the PWC onto shore. All witnesses attested to Operator's statement of what occurred. 

Cpl. 3 and GW 2 collected the operator and witnesses information along with the vessel information. Photos were also taken of the PWC.


BARDID: GA-2022-0084
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Turners Creek
NearestCityorTown: WHITMARSH ISLAND
County: CHATHAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On June 6th, 2022, at approximately 1730 hours, Operator, was operating a vessel in Turners Creek. The vessel was occupied by his passenger and him. The two of them are minors being 16 years of age. As Operator was operating the vessel heading south in Turners Creek, Passenger was sitting in Operator’s lap when they struck the pylon under a bridge. When Game Warden’s 2 and 3 arrived on scene, they observed Operator tending to a head injury on Passenger on a 15 ft Carolina Skiff. Game Warden’s 2 and 3 got the two people involved onto their vessel and transported them to the Savannah Boat House. 
	
	Passenger suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding from it. While in route to The Savannah Boat House, Game Warden 2 tended to her head injury. As Game Warden 2 tended to the injury, he smelled an odor of alcoholic beverage and Operator was the only one speaking at the time. Once they arrived at the Savannah Boat House, Game Warden 3 walked them to EMS. As they were walking, Game Warden 3 was able to smell the odor of alcoholic beverage as Operator was speaking with him. Standardized Field Sobriety test were not performed onscene due to the conditions of the victims. The victims got in the ambulance and was enroute to Memorial Hospital where I, Game Warden 1, was waiting on them to arrive. I spoke with the mother of Operator, who was able to give me information on Operator to identify him. The mother then told me that she was advised to not let Operator give a statement to me without an attorney present. I stopped speaking with them and spoke with the stepmother of Passenger who was able to give information on the victim to help identify her and waited until a legal guardian being her father was present to try to speak with her. Passenger was unable to speak and wasn’t responsive enough to give a statement. 
	
	Game Warden’s 3 and 2 arrived on scene at the hospital and was able to give more information to both parties involved. We spoke with Passenger's father and was able to explain what was seen when Game Wardens arrived on scene. We then went to Operator's father and his wife and explained in the same manner what was seen. I took down contact information for Operator's father in case of any questions or concerns regarding the boating incident then exited the hospital. *** On 06/06/22 I went to Judge in reference to him approving a search warrant for blood regarding the boating incident involving Operator operating a vessel that struck the pylon under the US 80 bridge in Turners Creek leaving a passenger and himself injured. Game Wardens 3 and 2 were able to smell an odor of alcoholic beverage coming from his person while they were on scene. I got the search warrant approved and signed and went to Memorial Hospital to serve the warrant by collecting his blood samples. I collected the samples and took them to the GBI Crime Lab in Pooler. I awaited the results.

On 7/11/22 I received blood results for Operator. His results indicated that he his blood alcohol level was at a .041. Operator being under the age the age 21 was boating under the influence. 

I submitted the Juvenile delinquency form on 7/22/22

Chatham County Sheriffs office served the summon on 08/10/22. *** 6-5-22 Boat Accident Turners Creek and Hwy 80 bridge
	On Sunday, 6/5/2022, at approximately 1740 hours I, Game Warden 2, of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division (DNR LED), was on vessel patrol in Chatham County with Game Warden Corporal 3. Game Warden 3 received a phone call from a Chatham County Marine Patrol Officer who said a vessel struck a bridge in Turners Creek. Game Warden 3 and I were in the Wilmington River near the mouth of Turners Creek when Game Warden 3 received the call. Game Warden 3 and I responded to Turners Creek in our patrol vessel with the emergency lights and si


BARDID: GA-2022-0085
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-11-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Intercoastal Waterway
NearestCityorTown: VALONA
County: MCINTOSH
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On 11/14/2022, I Cpl. 1, received a chain of emails in reference to a boat accident in McIntosh County, GA.  I first spoke with V1 Operator.  V1 Operator said he was in the Intracoastal Waterway headed south near the Creighton Narrows.  V1 Operator was following a previous track he had as well as tracks with his autopilot engaged.  V1 Operator encountered a boat that was northbound also in the Intracoastal Waterway.  V1 Operator said he was towards the middle of the channel as there is a turn in the channel and a sandbar near Red Day marker 158A.  He said the person operating the JV2 was maybe 100 feet ahead when turned across his bow.  V1 Operator said he was running his autopilot but was sure he had taken over as the vessels neared each other.  He said his wife was on the bow of the boat just before the accident.  I asked V1 Operator what time of day this accident occurred, and he said it was 10:45 AM and clear weather.  I asked him the speed and he said he was moving southbound at around 7 knots.  V1 Operator sent me GPS tracks from that day.  He said the Captain of the V2, V2 Operator, was not very cooperative after the incident and claimed the V1 was going to run him into the shoaling.

	I spoke with V2 Operator.  V2 Operator was operating the vessel V2.  V2 Operator said he was northbound in the Intracoastal  Waterway approaching the day marker 158A when he noticed the V1 southbound taking up most of the channel.  V2 Operator said he was being pushed towards the shoaling on his right in the narrow waterway by the V1. After trying to contact the incoming vessel on the VHF radio, V2 Operator said he made a left hand turn in front of the V1 to avoid hitting the shoals.  He said he noticed a female on the bow of the V1 heading towards the vessels wheel house.  V2 Operator said the other boat made a turn in his direction.  He said he did not notice anyone in the wheel house of the V1.  V2 Operator took some photographs of the boat just before contact was made. He says there isn't anyone at the wheel of the V1.  I have included the photographs with this report.  V2 Operator said he felt like he was going to either be struck or be forced aground had he not made the left turn to pass starboard to starboard.  He said the boats were approximately 100 feet apart when he made the turn.  The V1 struck the rear starboard side of the V2.  V2 Operator said the Capt. of the V1 admitted to him he was running auto-pilot and had it set on a previously made track.  

	I received photographs of both vessels from both parties involved.  I have attached the photographs of both vessels as well as some others taken just before and after the accident.  The photographs show the damage sustained in the accident being consistent with both statements.  Neither vessel remained on scene and this report was generated based off both party’s statements given over the phone.  Based off the statements given I cannot determine an at fault vessel. While the V2 did cut across the bow of the V1 it sounds as if it was to avoid grounding caused by V1 not giving up the proper side of the waterway.  This is backed up by the tracks given to me by V1 Operator which shows his track moving up the center of the channel in a narrow waterway. *** This is a statement V2 Operator gave to the owner of the V2.




Incident details per V2 Operator, vessel operator and time of collision:

While northbound and approaching 160 red marker south of Creighton Narrows in Georgia an oncoming vessel was approaching from the north and was extremely wide going around the channel marker. Instead of meeting/passing port to Port I was forced to maneuver to a starboard to starboard passing. I tried to reach the oncoming vessel on the radio to tell him he was pushing me into the shallows and th


BARDID: GA-2022-0086
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Seminole
NearestCityorTown: BAINBRIDGE
County: DECATUR
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On Monday, July 4, 2022, at approximately 5:00 PM, while on patrol on Lake Seminole in Decatur County. Sgt. 2 and I were stopped by a vessel operated by Operator. Operator stated his daughter Injured fell off a tube while he was towing her. He asked if we could get an ambulance to Bainbridge Marina. Operator stated his daughter’s arm was possibly broken. Sgt. 2 contacted dispatch to get an ambulance to the Bainbridge Marina. I then asked Operator what happen. Operator stated while towing his daughter, the tube hit a wake from another vessel, and she fell off. Once the ambulance arrived at the Marina. Injured was transported to Bainbridge Memorial ER. Once at Bainbridge Memorial ER she was treated for a sprained arm and released from the ER.


BARDID: GA-2022-0087
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Seminole
NearestCityorTown: DONALSONVILLE
County: SEMINOLE
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 12:31 A.M., on August 7, 2022, I received a call from GSP Dispatch stating that there was a boating incident on Lake Seminole in Seminole County.  GSP Dispatch gave me a contact number for Witness 1, who was on scene of the incident.  I contacted Witness 1, Witness 1 stated that there was just one vessel involved in the incident and all four occupants were out of the water and on his boat and no one was injured. Witness 1 said that the vessel was approximately one mile from the boat landing at Big Jim’s inside the channel markers and sticking up out of the water about two feet.  Witness 1 said that he had a rope tied to the bow of the capsized vessel and was going to stay with the vessel so that no one would hit it.  I told Witness 1 it would take me awhile to get down there but that I would head that way. 
	 I arrived at Big Jim’s boat landing at approximately 3:15 A.M. and was met by one of the occupants of the vessel involved in the incident who was later identified as Passenger 2.  Passenger 2 was being brought in by the person who initially pulled them out of the water and was later identified as Witness 2.  After getting Passenger 2’s personal information, I asked him what happened.  Passenger 2 stated they were going out to bow fish.  They were traveling out through the channel markers and started to slow down to make a turn.  When they slowed down, the bow of the boat went below the waterline and within seconds the vessel capsized.  The vessel capsized at approximately 10:50 P.M.  Passenger 2 stated that everyone in the vessel was larger in size, and they were all situated towards the front of the vessel and that it must have been just too much weight in the front of the vessel.  Passenger 2 stated that once they were in the water, they were able to get the attention of Witness 2, who was not far from where they capsized. Witness 2 was able to get all four occupants out of the water and into his vessel.  Witness 1 later arrived on scene and was able to put some of the occupants on his vessel.  Passenger 2 said the other three occupants were still out at the incident site with Witness 1.  
	I unloaded my vessel and headed out to the incident site.  At the incident location, I was met by Witness 1 and the other three occupants later identified as Operator, Passenger 3/ Owner and Passenger 1.  I asked them who was operating when the incident occurred and Operator said that he was the operator.  I got all the personal information from the three occupants and asked each one of them how they remember the events of the incident.  All the stories matched what Passenger 2 had said earlier.  I informed them that it would be their responsibility to get the vessel out of the water. I asked Passenger 3, who was identified as the vessel owner, how much he estimated his loss was that night and he stated about 16,000 dollars.  I gave them a glow stick to affix to the part of the vessel sticking out of the water and they also affixed a pink life jacket to the vessel to make the vessel visible to anyone that may come by before sunrise.  After the boat was made as visible as possible, we all left the scene.  I contacted Operator the next day and he stated they were able to get the vessel out of the lake that day around 1:00 P.M.


BARDID: GA-2022-0088
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: SPARTA
County: HANCOCK
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 0900 hours Monday, August 22nd I, Game Warden 1, was made aware of a hit and run boating incident that had occurred over the weekend on Lake Sinclair. An unidentified boat hit a boat house and pontoon boat causing significant damage to the boat house and the pontoon boat in the slip at Sparta, GA 31087. This occurred at approximately 0100 hours the morning of August 21st 2022. The owner of the boat house and pontoon boat reported it to DNR LED. On August 24th 2022 I met with subject and took pictures of the damages to his dock and pontoon boat.


BARDID: GA-2022-0089
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Sinclair
NearestCityorTown: EATONTON
County: PUTNAM
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On September 9th at approximately 1500 hours I, Game Warden 1, was made aware of a boating incident that had occurred on July 24th 2022 at Jere Shai Lakeside Rentals, on Lake Sinclair. A pontoon boat that was tied off at Jere Shai had been struck by one of Jere Shai’s rental PWCs. The owner of the pontoon boat, V1 Owner, had contacted DNR LED to have a report made. V1 Owner wanted the report so he could go through his insurance to have repairs made to his vessel. I went to Jere Shai and met with V1 Owner to see the damage to his vessel and gather information about what had occurred. V1 Owner stated that he was unsure of when the incident occurred but that he was made aware of the damage sometime after the fact. 

Corporal 2 met me at Jere Shai to assist with the investigation. We spoke with Employee who rented the PWC out that struck the pontoon boat. She agreed to fill out a witness statement that is attached to this report. Employee stated that she had rented out two PWC’s to V2 Passenger. V2 Operator was with V2 Passenger and was operating the PWC that hit V1 Owner’s pontoon boat. V1 Owner’s boat was unoccupied and docked on a cleat at the seawall at Jere Shai’s. Employee stated that she had been communicating back and forth with V2 Passenger and V2 Operator about the damages but could no longer reach them. Corporal 2 contacted the owner of Jere Shai and the PWC, V2 Owner, to find out which PWC at the lot was the one involved in the incident. We then took pictures of the PWC where it had been painted over and the damages.
 
Corporal 2 and I went to V2 Passenger’s address on his driver’s license to try to make contact with him and V2 Operator about the incident. When we arrived we spoke with V2 Passenger’s mother who told us that V2 Passenger and V2 Operator had moved to Atlanta and rented a place together. She agreed to facetime V2 Passenger and Corporal 2 and I were able to speak with them about the incident. I made arrangements with V2 Operator to meet them in person to collect witness statements. 

On September 12th 2022 Sergeant 3 and I met V2 Passenger and V2 Operator at 4 pm in Dekalb county. They both filled out witness statements that are attached to this report. V2 Operator stated that the day of the incident was the first time he had operated a PWC. V2 Operator stated that he did not know PWCs did not have brakes and that he did not know how to stop. He stated that he hit the pontoon boat that was tied off at the seawall. V2 Operator was issued a warning for failure to meet boating education requirements, a citation for failure to report a boating accident, and a citation for operating a PWC above idle speed within 100 feet of an object.
 
On October 2nd 2022 Sergeant 3 and I met with the owner of Jere Shai V2 Owner at Jere Shai Lakeside Rentals. V2 Owner stated that he thought he did not have to report it because it occurred on private property. I informed V2 Owner that it did not occur on private property that it occurred on Lake Sinclair. V2 Owner was issued a citation for failure to report a boating incident and for improper registration on his PWC.


BARDID: GA-2022-0090
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clarks Hill Lake
NearestCityorTown: LINCOLNTON
County: LINCOLN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On 07-24-2022 at 0730 hours,  I, Cpl. 1, received a call from Lincoln County 911 about a vessel grounded on the embankment of Hwy 220 at Crooked Bridge.  Upon arrival at the scene, I inspected the vessel and observed blood and other bodily fluids, towels, and articles of clothing in the vessel. I retrieved the owner's information by running the registration number and made contact with the vessel owner.  Owner was at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta with Passenger, who had been injured in the incident.  I contacted GWFC 2 and we met at Doctor's Hospital to interview Owner.  Owner stated that he and Passenger left Williemacs Restaurant at or around 2115 hrs, and while watching his GPS unit, he struck the embankment.  He also stated that he was aware that Passenger was injured but did not know his location.  Owner contacted Friend and shared his location via phone app with him.  Friend arrived and assisted getting Passenger out of the vessel.  They then proceeded to Cliatt Crossing in Friend's vehicle and, from there, contacted Lincoln County 911 for EMS assistance.  Passenger was transported to Doctor's Hospital in Augusta for treatment.


BARDID: GA-2022-0091
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-04-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Satilla River
NearestCityorTown: ATKINSON
County: BRANTLEY
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Based on a review of evidence, it is believed that the motor of a vessel struck the edge of a sandbar causing the tiller handle to jerk from the operator’s hand.  The sudden movement caused an occupant to be thrown from the vessel and struck by the propeller.  The victim received a laceration to her right ankle and two fractures to bones in her right ankle. The propeller continued up her right leg, and she had an avulsion to her calf resulting in the removal of tissue and muscle in a 12 x 5 inch area.  As the boat continued over her, it appears she rolled over face up.  She had incisions to the left side of her torso, left breast, and left forearm.  She had deep contusions to her left torso, left breast, left shoulder, and upper left arm.  

According to a passenger, all people onboard were drinking.  Operator had been drinking vodka.  Others had beer.

The passenger all noted that the operator wasn’t very good at driving the boat, refused to let others drive, and was making them nervous.


BARDID: GA-2022-0092
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hartwell
NearestCityorTown: LAVONIA
County: HART
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
On Saturday August 20th, at approximately 8:41 PM, a call from Hart County Sheriff's Office came across the radio in reference to a vessel incident with no injuries at the Harbor Light Marina North gas docks. Game Warden 2 and I, Game Warden 1, responded to the gas docks at Harbor Light Marina North. Upon arrival a Hart County Deputy was at the scene. 

Upon arrival I spoke with the owner of vessel 2, a blue and white in color Chaparral ski boat. V2 Owner stated that he and his son were not around the vessel when the incident occurred. 

Game Warden 2 was talking with the occupants of another vessel that was at the dock. This vessel was not involved in the incident but witnessed the incident occur. One of those occupants advised him that the incident happened between 7:50-8:10 PM. This is around the time that this individual heard a crunching sound coming from the docks. This individual stated that there were four occupants on vessel #1, a red and white ski boat, and was being operated by a blonde female. 

The witness stated that vessel #1 backed out of a slip and then looked as if to try to come back into the slip when the vessel strike happened. Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 on the stern along the ski platform on the port side of the vessel. This resulted in cracking the fiberglass and puncturing through the deck of the ski platform. Pictures attached. 

The operator did leave a note, on a receipt, on the dash of Vessel #2 that read: "Sorry- bumped your boat. Please call my husband, V1 Owner. The owner of vessel #1 did not call the number on the note. He stated that he did not know the steps to take so he just called 911. 

After getting all the needed information from the owner of vessel #2, I called the number on the note and made contact with V1 Owner. I asked V1 Owner if he was aware what had happened. He stated that he did due to his wife calling him a little before I made contact with him. He stated that his wife's name was V1 Operator and that she was staying at their lake house, Lavonia Ga. with some of her friends. V1 Owner gave me her telephone number to call and get in touch with V1 Operator. 

I made contact with V1 Operator and went with Game Warden 2 and the Hart County Deputy to the V1 Operator lake house. Upon arrival we were met by V1 Operator. I asked V1 Operator to tell me what happened. She stated that she and her four friends went to the restaurant at the Marina. After they had finished eating and got back into vessel #1, V1 Operator stated that she had it in reverse backing out of the slip. She said that she must have either not backed out far enough or did not turn the wheel enough as she put the vessel in its forward gear. Doing this resulted in the bow her vessel (#1) striking the stern of the other vessel (#2). Pictures of vessel #1 attached. 

V1 Operator stated that she only left the note because she was unaware of the protocol on what to do in an event like this. We advised her that whenever a boating incident occurs they are responsible to report it.  I then obtained the information from the other occupants that were on board to complete my report. 

I am waiting for damage estimate from vessel (#1). 

End of Report.  *** On Wednesday August 24, I received a call from V2 Owner. He informed me that he made contact with the repair shop. V2 Owner stated that there were other spider web cracks on the underside of the ski deck on the stern of vessel (#2) from the impact and was making a creaking sound when walked on. The repair shop advise him that if they did not have to replace the entire deck the estimate of the damage was around $2,000 dollars. If they did have to replace the deck, the estimated cost is around $4,000 dollars. 

The operator of vessel (#1) was issued a warning for failure to report 

End of Report.


BARDID: GA-2022-0093
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: St. Mary's River
NearestCityorTown: ST MARYS
County: CAMDEN
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On 3-31-2022 CPL 1 was dispatched by GSP Dispatch to respond to a boating incident at Point Peter Marina in Camden County. Camden County Dispatch had a deputy on scene at the residence of V1 Owner in St Marys Georgia. CPL 1 met the deputy and V1 Owner at that location. V1 Owner stated that he docks his sailboat at the Point Peter Marina. His sailboat is a 37 FT Tartan Yacht with a HIN number and a Georgia Registration number. 

V1 Owner stated that Witness called and notified him that another vessel had broken loose and caused damage to V1 Owner's vessel while at the dock. Witness was able to photograph the vessel and suspect during this incident. V1 Owner provided that photo to CPL 1. The vessel that caused the damage was V2. V1 Owner was able to find out from other members of the marina who owned V2. CPL 1 was able to search the name and phone number and confirm that V2 Owner owns V2. 

Witness stated that the V2 Owner arrived at the marina and found his vessels starboard stern line had broken loose allowing the vessel to swing around and hit V1 Owner vessel. Witness assisted V2 Owner in freeing the vessels. V2 Owner told Witness that he was leaving to go St Marys Marina and that he wasnt worried about the damage because he was leaving. 

CPL 1 went to V2 Owner home in St Marys GA but was unable to make contact with anyone.

On 4-2-22 CPL 1 attempted to make contact again with no success.


BARDID: GA-2022-0094
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-11-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Lanier
NearestCityorTown: FLOWERY BRANCH
County: HALL
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 14:40 on the afternoon of Nov 27th 2022, two men returning from an island hunt on Lake Lanier where riding in a 14ft Carolina Skiff in the area of Van Pugh North when they encountered high winds and rough waves which began to come over the rails. After bailing water for a while the vessel filled with water and sank below the water line and capsized. The two men where able to put on life jackets and phone for help from Hall County Emergency services. Hall County Fire Rescue responded by vessel and pulled the men out of the water a short time later. The men where brought to Van Pugh North where I GWFC 1 met them. After being checked out by EMS and refusing to be transported to the hospital, I interviewed both men and they stated that; they had lost their bows and electronics and that the boat had been flipped over by the firemen and was being towed to the boat ramp by Tow Boat. I took statements from the two men and made contact with Tow Boat to ensure the boat was being towed back. 
In conclusion: the vessel being operated by Operator was swamped by waves and capsized the skiff. This caused damage to the motor along with causing a lot of hunting gear and electronics to sink to the bottom of the lake.


BARDID: GA-2022-0095
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Allatoona Lake
NearestCityorTown: CARTERSVILLE
County: BARTOW
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Person strikes dock
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
On Monday, July 4th, 2022, at approximately 1930 hours, Sergeant 2 and I were notified of a boating incident on Allatoona Lake at Park Marina in Bartow County.  Sgt. 2 and I arrived on scene at approximately 1935 hours and made contact with the fire department on scene.  They said a rented vessel was returning to Park Marina and a 10-year-old child sitting on the front, port side of the vessel stuck his hand out to catch the dock.  When he stuck his hand out, it got caught between the vessel and the dock, causing a laceration across his hand.  

On July 5th, at approximately 1340 hours, I made contact with the child’s guardian and operator of the vessel, Operator, via cell phone.  Operator said she was returning the vessel to Park Marina at approximately 1830 hours, when her nephew, Injured, stuck his hand out to catch the dock and it got caught between the vessel and dock.  Operator said Injured’s hand was bleeding and they called EMS to assess the injury.  Injured was transported to Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center to receive treatment for a fractured thumb and will undergo surgery for repair.


BARDID: GA-2022-0096
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:40:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: West Point Lake
NearestCityorTown: LAGRANGE
County: TROUP
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
On the morning of May 12th, 2022 at approximately 06:45 hours, I, Corporal with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division was contacted by the Georgia State Patrol Dispatch in Newnan concerning a possible drowning on West Point Lake at the Yellow Jacket Access boat ramp.  I advised GSP Dispatch that I would be enroute.  I proceeded to make contact with Troup County 911 for more details and was advised that a 74 year old male had fallen from his boat at the ramp and had not resurfaced.  I advised Troup Co. 911 that I would be enroute to the boathouse to get the patrol boat.  A short time later, Troup Co. 911 called back and advised the victim had resurfaced approximately 25-30 yards from the dock and requested a boat for recovery.  I advised Troup Co. 911, I was still enroute and had an extended estimated time of arrival of about 45 minutes.  

At approximately 07:35 hours, I arrived at Yellow Jacket Access boat ramp by patrol boat and was met by Troup Co. Sheriff's Office Deputies and Troup Co. Medical personnel.  The victim had been recovered by Troup Co. S.O. and was on the dock.  The victim’s vessel, a red and white Skeeter bass boat had also been recovered and was tied to the dock.  After speaking with the Deputies, I made contact with the victim’s brother.  Brother stated he had backed his brother and the boat into the water and put the truck and trailer in the parking lot when he came back down to the ramp and saw his brother struggling in the water to get to the boat.  

Brother stated Victim was about 4-5 feet from the boat and was splashing around, struggling to stay above water and then went under and did not resurface.  After speaking to Brother, a Troup Co. Deputy and I pulled the boat from the water using Victim’s truck and trailer, for inspection.  I was advised that a large, brimmed hat believed to belong to the victim, had been located at the stern near the engine when the boat was recovered, and the bilge pump had turned on several times since recovery.  During the inspection, I observed the drain plug was hanging out of the drain hole, below the engine.  The vessel’s stern was photographed as well as the registration and hull identification number.  

Based on the information and evidence at the scene, it is believed that Victim was attempting to put the plug in the drain hole at the bottom of the stern while floating away from the dock and ramp and fell overboard, subsequently drowning.  All the required safety equipment was on board the vessel, but Victim was not wearing a life jacket when he entered the water.

Recorded and photographed on body camera.

Nothing further.


BARDID: GA-2022-0097
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-12-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ocmulgee River
NearestCityorTown: MCRAE
County: TELFAIR
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
On 12/30/2022, at approximately 1949, I (Game Warden 1) was dispatched to Flat Tub Boat Landing in Coffee County in reference to missing boaters. GWFC 2 responded with his patrol vessel. GW 3 responded as well. Coffee County SO units were already on scene. Once on scene, I spoke with the caller. Caller advised me that her father (Passenger) and uncle (Operator) launched their vessel at approximately 0900 that morning to go fishing. They did not return and she could not get in touch with them. Game Wardens, Coffee County Fire Department and civillians launched vessels at Flat Tub Landing to search for the missing boaters. Sherriff's Office launched a vessel from Rocky Hammock to assist in the search. The missing boaters were located in the little river cut at approximately 2210 by a civillian vessel. Game Wardens responded to the location and located the capsized vessel. Game Wardens were able to tie the capsized vessel to a tree to keep from floating away. The two boaters (Operator and Passenger) were transported back to Flat Tub Landing where they were checked out by EMS and released. Operator identified himself as the opperator and vessel owner. Operator informed me that at approximately 1100, he was attempting to manuever his vessel around a tree limb when they leaned too hard to one side causing the vessel to turn over. Both boaters entered the water. Passenger was able to retrieve two life jackets for himself and Operator. The boaters were able to make it to the bank and awaited rescue. Operator advised that they will make attempts over the weekend to recover the vessel.


BARDID: GA-2022-0098
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Jackson
NearestCityorTown: MANSFIELD
County: JASPER
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On September 4th, 2022, at around 0130 hours I, Game Warden, received a call from Jasper County Communications about drowning on Lake Jackson. I responded to the call and arrived on the scene around 0230 hours by vessel. When I arrived Jasper County Sheriff's office and Jasper County EMS were on the scene by land at the Point off Landers Ln in Jasper County. Newton County Search and Rescue were also on the scene by vessel with the vessel that the victim was on. 

I contacted the victim’s vessel and began to investigate the incident. I discovered the operator of the vessel. I asked Operator what happened, and he explained that they were on an evening cruise on their vessel headed back to their residence. There were ten passengers on board the vessel. Operator stated that he was traveling just above idle speed. Four passengers were riding in the front of the vessel, two passengers riding in the captain’s seat, and four riding in the back of the vessel including the victim. 

He explained that they left their residence at about 2300 and traveled to the mouth of the Yellow River and turned around and headed back home. Operator said they were almost back to the house when a passenger that was riding in the back of the vessel with the victim, turned to look at Victim and he was gone. Subject1 informed Operator that Victim was not there, and Operator turned the vessel around to look for him. They found the hat that Victim was wearing floating in the water and marked that location on their GPS that was on the vessel.

 They called 911 and reported the incident and continued looking for Victim until Newton County SAR team arrived. While talking with Operator I smelled an odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his breath. I also noticed that Operator eyes were bloodshot and watery. His speech was clear but slow. I asked Operator if he had drank any alcohol and he stated that he drank some wine earlier that day at a UGA football event. I asked Operator if he would put on a lifejacket and step in my boat so I could make sure he was safe to operate the vessel. He complied and put on a lifejacket and stepped in my vessel. 

After testing, operator was arrested for BUI alcohol.


BARDID: GA-2022-0099
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-10-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: LAKE JULIETTE
NearestCityorTown: FORSYTH
County: MONROE
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
At approximately 1500 hours on October 18, 2022, I was patrolling in Jasper County, when I received a call from Cpl. about a possible drowning on Lake Juliette. Upon arriving at the Lake Juliette boat ramp, I was met by Cpl. who informed me that Game Wardens were also en route and were bringing their boats with them. 

According to a witness, she and a male subject were on a small boat on the lake, that took on water and capsized. She said the male subject was able to hang onto the boat for a few minutes before going under the water and not resurfacing. She was able to swim to an adjacent shore and flag down a local logging crew member who called 911.

 Monroe county rescue units, volunteer search and rescue units, the Monroe County dive team and the Monroe County Sheriff were also on scene. Shortly after 1530, Game Warden arrived with Cpl.’s river boat. It was decided that Game Warden and myself would go ahead and launch that boat and go to the scene where local search and rescue had located a debris field. 

The air temperature was around 45 degrees and the wind had gusts up to 14 miles per hour, causing up to 6-inch waves and choppy water on the lake. Upon arriving to the debris field, we saw a gas can, a life vest and multiple other articles presumed to be the contents of the subject’s vessel. 

DNR aviation was requested and shortly afterwards the vessel was located approximately 50-70 yards from the debris field. After closer examination it appeared the anchor had secured the boat at its current location when it capsized. It had a small outboard motor as well as a trolling motor still attached. Local search and rescue volunteers were able to secure a line to the boat and tow it to shore to prevent it from moving anywhere or another boat from hitting it. 

We marked the spot where the boat was at and began running side scan sonar in the area between the boat and the debris field. By this time Cpl. and Game Warden had also arrived at the debris scene in the other river boat and began running side scan sonar as well. Sonar was run until the prevailing conditions became too hazardous to attempt any more search and rescue attempts in the river boats and a decision was made to return to the boat landing. Upon returning to the landing a plan was made to suspend recovery operations for the night and return the next morning.

The following morning operations were resumed with side scan sonar as well as sector scan. The DNR sonar team had been requested the previous day and had arrived on scene to deploy their equipment as well. Aviation also flew around noon without success in locating the subject. The sonar team, DNR teams as well as Monroe County search and rescue operated all day without locating the subject. Multiple markers were put in the water at objects that were noticed with sonar, but all proved to be tree stumps or rocks. Teams worked till dark, and the operation was suspended until the following day.

The following day, the sonar team again was deployed with the other DNR teams. Aviation flew again around noon and was unable to locate the subject. Upson County search and rescue was also on scene. They deployed a device that can detect a human body and distinguish it from other submerged objects. They arrived around noon, and after searching for the rest of the afternoon, were unable to locate the subject. DNR sonar and search and rescue teams, again worked until dark and were unable to locate the subject. I was off duty the next day and was not on scene, however, DNR teams and Sonar both operated and was unable to locate the subject.

On Saturday October 22nd, Sgt. and Cpl. were resuming operations running sonar and search and rescue efforts. They were able to locate and recover the victim at approximately 0820 that morning, on the surface of the water. The two officers recovered the body and turned it over to the Monroe County coroner. The investigation is still pending the final report from the coroner.

Edit: 01/20/2023: Upon receiving the autopsy report back from the Monroe County coroner, it is confirmed that the Georgia Bureau of Investigation ruled the cause of death as an accidental drowning. Attached is the official report from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Monroe County coroner's office.


BARDID: GA-2022-1000
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-03-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cumberland River
NearestCityorTown: Cumberland Island
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the news media and Coast Guard, a 23-ft vessel carrying three people onboard became grounded.  One person was medevaced for a leg injury and stroke-like symptoms.


BARDID: GA-2022-1001
State: GA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2022-04-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Black River
NearestCityorTown: Savanah
County: Chatham
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a news media report and information from the Coast Guard, a vessel took on water in Little Back River.  CG was able to locate the vessel after an hour of searching by using approximate cell phone location pings.  The one person onboard was recovered and the vessel sustained damages.


BARDID: GA-2022-1002
State: GA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-10-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Private Pond
NearestCityorTown: Centerville
County: Houston
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a news article, two people were fishing on board a vessel when it capsized.  One was able to make it to shore but the other was recovered deceased.


BARDID: GL-2015-0001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-01-11 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Gulf Shores
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was reported overdue by his mother.  He was last seen kayaking without a life jacket onboard.  He had experience kayaking on the body of water.  His last text indicated that he was headed back to Starkville.  His kayak was found 90% submerged but he was not located.


BARDID: GL-2015-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: unknown
Visibility: unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a man and his dog were rescued from their boat after being adrift for three days after an engine casualty while en route from NOLA to Tampa.  The owner had food and water but suffered smoke inhalation from an engine fire.  The fire took place 60 NM W of Hudson.


BARDID: GL-2015-1002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a 25’ catamaran started to take on water while offshore Dauphin Island.  The vessel eventually sank.  One person died.  He initially sustained 12-15 minutes compressions after recovery.  The weather was windy with gusts up to 13 knots.


BARDID: GL-2015-6001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:56:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Very rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
According to reports from the news media and Coast Guard, an 18-ft sailing vessel involved in a race capsized offshore causing a possible concussion.  Authorities were alerted due to the presence of an EPIRB.


BARDID: GL-2015-7009
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
According to reports from the news media and Coast Guard, a vessel with four people onboard was taking on water and capsized near Chandelier Island.  No one had PFDs.  Bad weather was a cause.


BARDID: GM-2014-1000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Mobile
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a misle report (684528), a vessel with six people onboard caught fire 41 nm ssw of Mobile Bay.  Three people onboard had burns (one female had first degree burns, another female had 3rd degree burns to her legs, and a male had 2nd degree burns to his feet) and were transported to USA Hospital in Mobile.

A good sam vessel towed the vessel with the remaining three people onboard to safety.

The operator believes that the fire started when he tried to start the engine.  He believes the carburetor blew causing a flash fire because of gas fumes.  

The vessel was a 26 ft Contender.


BARDID: GM-2014-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a misle report (692915), a vessel suffered a fire 20nm S of Pascagoula.  Five people were taken off the boat.  The vessel later sank in 93 ft of water.  The vessel was lost and it was valued at $180,790.
The cause of the fire is unknown, but crew believe it may have been an electrical fire.


BARDID: GM-2014-2020
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-12-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:14:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a misle report (710896), a vessel was taking on water after striking an unknown object in the water.  At first, the bilge pump was keeping up.  The operator woke up in the middle of the night and discovered a lot of water in the cabin.  The sole person onboard departed the vessel in a life raft and was picked up by the Coast Guard.  The vessel sank.  

The operator had been in route from FL to LA.


BARDID: GM-2014-7000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a MISLE report (683658), $30,000 damage resulted from a vessel taking on water and capsizing 20 nm west of Anna Maria.  Four people were found clinging to the hull. 

Severe thunderstorms were present during the rescue by the Coast Guard.  The operator claimed that the hull had delaminating issues near the bow.  The subjects were picked up and the vessel left.


BARDID: GM-2016-0001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-01-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:08:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Very rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a vessel carrying two people onboard experienced an engine fire.  Left adrift, the vessel took on water over the gunwale and entered the bilge from heavy weather (15-20 ft waves and 35 knot winds).  The two initiated a DSC call, which alerted the Coast Guard.  The Coast Guard retrieved them and left the vessel adrift.  At the time, the sail was torn and the hull was cracked.  The vessel was later discovered on January 30 with no mast, and the lights still on.  It was retrieved by the owner. It is assumed the minimum property damage threshold, $2k


BARDID: GM-2016-0002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-01-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a vessel hit a log causing fiberglass damage, which caused the vessel to take on water.  The occupants stuffed the two-foot hole with towels but still reported taking on water at a high rate.  The five people onboard abandoned vessel and were taken onboard a Coast Guard vessel.  The vessel was left and sank.  The vessel was a total loss and is valued at $123,356.


BARDID: GM-2016-0003
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-03-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Vessel destruction
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Sail dismasting
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The Coast Guard received a report of a disabled sailboat that had been demasted in severe weather.  Winds were 25 knots and water conditions were rough.  The Coast Guard was able to tow the individuals and their vessel to safety.  The demasting is assumed to have met the minimum damage threshold of $2,000.


BARDID: GM-2016-1002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-10-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a subject was rescued 10 nm offshore LA.  The individual had called in with an injury to his back such that he was unable to move.  It is assumed he fall in the boat, causing injury.  The vessel was left at anchor after the subject was picked up by the Coast Guard.  The owner made arrangements for vessel recovery.


BARDID: GM-2016-1003
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the Coast Guard, a vessel was considered a total loss after it took on water and sank.  The presumable cause was weather and water conditions as there were strong winds and rough (4-6 ft waves) at the time of incident.  The vessel is considered a total loss, valued at over $14k.  The two people were rescued by the Coast Guard.


BARDID: GM-2016-1004
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-04-05 00:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Grand Chenier
WaterConditions: Very rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the Coast Guard and news media, one person died and another was injured after their vessel took on water and capsized, ejecting them.  The two clung onto the hull of the vessel until they were rescued. One lost a pulse and later died at the hospital, and the other was hospitalized but expected to regain health. They had been fishing since Tuesday morning and planned to go 20 miles offshore to dive near a rig.  The waters turned rough (6-8 ft waves) which caused the 18-ft open motorboat to take on water.  The men were reported overdue when they didn’t return.  Water temperatures were 68 degrees offshore.


BARDID: GM-2016-1007
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-10-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:03:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a vessel carrying two people onboard took on water due to a 1 x 2 foot area of hull failure.  The subjects and vessel were rescued.  It is assumed at least $2k of damage, the minimum damage threshold.


BARDID: GM-2016-1009
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-11-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a report from the Coast Guard, a vessel carrying two people onboard ran out of fuel.  The vessel began to take on water, the bilge pump was inoperable, and the two required assistance.  They were rescued with mild sea sickness.  the vessel was considered a loss.  It was valued at $275,925.  Inattention, Weather and water conditions, and equipment failure (bilge pumps) are contributing factors.


BARDID: GM-2017-2001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard MISLE report, two vessels crashed 12 nm offshore causing v1 to capsize and v2 to take on water.  The crash caused significant damage to v2.  Unknown cause


BARDID: GM-2017-2002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-02-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:01:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a news media and Coast Guard MISLE report, a vessel carrying four people onboard caught fire.  The four people called MAYDAY via radio and abandoned the vessel on a life raft.  The vessel sank and was considered a total loss at $180,790.


BARDID: GM-2018-1000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-01-20 00:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
searching in the water approximately 55 nautical miles southeast of Fort Morgan.  received a report at 6:52 a.m. that victim was overboard and was last seen at approximately 2 a.m. Three people in the boat have been at anchor since the victim was last seen.
 
report of a person who fell overboard 55NM South of Dauphin Island. Subject was last seen at 0200 and was found to be missing by the crew at 0650


BARDID: GM-2018-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-04-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Clearwater
County: Pinellas
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
The Coast Guard rescued two men from a capsized vessel, southeast of St. George Island, Florida, Sunday. At approximately 7 p.m. watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Mobile received a notification from Coast Guard Cutter Barbara Mabrity that two men were hanging onto the side of a capsized vessel. The Barbara Mabrity approached the vessel and recovered the two men from the water. Both men had severe sunburn and swelling of the lower extremities. The Sector Mobile Command Center coordinated with Coast Guard District 8 command center, Coast Guard District 7 command center, and Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater to have both men medevaced for emergency medical treatment. The MH-60 Jayhawk Helicopter aircrew from Air Station Clearwater arrived on scene and hoisted the two men and transferred them to local EMS. The men had been exposed to the elements for approximately 27 hours and were both wearing life jackets.


BARDID: GM-2018-1002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:57:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Freeport
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
The US Coast Guard rescued four people from a sinking boat near Freeport, the Coast Guard said. Units from the US Coast Guard were launched Sunday morning for the 24-foot recreational boat that had been taking on water roughly 10 miles southwest of Freeport, the Coast Guard said. A Coast Guard boat crew arrived and rescued all four people. The boat eventually sank. The boaters were uninjured.


BARDID: GM-2018-1003
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:29:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Lake Charles
County: Calcasieu
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fall in Vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The Coast Guard rescued an injured man from his sailing vessel 15 nautical miles southeast of Sabine Pass, Texas, Saturday. Watchstanders from the Eighth Coast Guard District received a notification of an SOS alert at 7:29 a.m. from the International Emergency Response Coordination Center about a man stating he was hurt, trapped and bleeding aboard his 40-foot sailing vessel. Watchstanders requested assistance from the offshore supply vessel Mediterranean and directed the launch of a Coast Guard Aviation Training Center HC-144 Ocean Sentry aircrew, a Coast Guard Station Sabine 45-foot Response Boat-Medium boatcrew, and a Coast Guard Air Station Houston MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew. The Dolphin aircrew arrived on scene at 11:14 a.m. and transferred the man to emergency services at 12:36 p.m. at Chennault International Airport in Lake Charles, Louisiana, where he was then transported to Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. The survivor was reported in stable in condition.


BARDID: GM-2019-1000
State: TX
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Corpus Christi
County: Nueces
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to the Coast Guard, a man fell out of a kayak.  He was recovered, holding on to the kayak.  He was transported to Christus Spohn Shoreline Hospital due to dehydration and having a history of seizures.


BARDID: GM-2019-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-03-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: Venice
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
S/V reporting that it was TOW IVO the South pass LMR. S/V 45ft had run aground and was listing to port source of flooding unknown. S.V reported that there is 4ft water around vessel. S/V is sinking and they may have to abandon ship. Evacuated 02 POB safely, S/V is insured and will salvage vessel


BARDID: GM-2019-1002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: Cape Romano
County: Collier
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Observe a vessel that appears to be fully engulfed in flames, alongside burning vessel and has located a life raft with 02 adults and 02 dogs. All 4 were recovered safely and all are accounted for.  The owner of the vessel and the 2 survivors will contact owner and find out what his salvage plan is.  The operator stated they were coming back from the Dry Tortugas when they observed black smoke coming from the cabin around 1400Q. They had approximately 350 gal diesel onboard at the time. Tried to get a mayday out but cabin was quickly engulfed in smoke. They entered their life raft with their two dogs and were subsequently rescued.  Fire Department responded to the boat fire and extinguished the fire. They are unable to provide any documentation and stated there was no sheen observed from the vessel. The vessel remains at anchor and the bow remains visible (aft of the bow burned to the water line).  Owner is working with insurance company for salvage.


BARDID: GM-2019-1003
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-11-02 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: Homosassa Springs
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge Pump Failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard helps three people as boat capsized near Hernando Beach
11/2/19 – Hernando, FL 
The Coast Guard helped assist three people Saturday as their boat took on water 25 miles west of Hernando Beach. According to the Coast Guard, they had an aircrew drop a life raft to each person sitting in the hull of the capsized 26-foot Seafox boat and had crews in the water for nearby assistance. The Coast Guard said they initially received word about the incident from the International Emergency Response Coordination Center of an emergency GPS tracking device after it was activated. They also said a good Samaritan was able to pick up the three people and helped return them to Crystal River.
https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/hernando-county/coast-guard-helps-three-people-as-boat-capsized-near-hernando-beach/


BARDID: GM-2020-1000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-01-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:13:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: Corpus Christi
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a news media report and information from the Coast Guard, a vessel carrying two people suffered an engine fire and became disabled.  The vessel suffered damage.


BARDID: GM-2020-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: New Orleans
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a news media report and information from the Coast Guard, a vessel carrying three people onboard lost their engine and hit a roller, capsizing the vessel.  The vessel suffered damage and the three people were reportedly in good condition.


BARDID: GM-2020-1002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-12-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Bradenton
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the news and Coast Guard, a vessel valued at $16775 was considered a total loss after it took on water and capsized 40 miles west of Bradenton.  The two people onboard were found wearing life jackets clinging to the hull of the vessel and were rescued without injury.


BARDID: GM-2020-9000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Venice
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
On 9/2 at approximately 1600 CST, a subject purchased a vessel with $50k cash and immediately got underway with two friends.  While in transit from Belle Chasse the Gulf of Mexico via the Lower Mississippi River to fish through the night, the vessel experienced mechanical and hull failure.  When it started to take on water, the three subjects donned PFDs.  Two jumped in the water and were later rescued about 1 hour later by good Samaritans.  The third would not leave the boat and was last seen in the wheelhouse before the vessel sank around 2100 CST.  The third is presumed deceased.
The owner had not gotten the boat professionally inspected prior to purchase, there was no bilge pump system in the engine room and only a portable one in the wheel house.


BARDID: GM-2021-1000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-25 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mobile Bay
NearestCityorTown: Fairhope
County: Baldwin
WaterConditions: Choppy
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
I was traveling from Weeks Bay to Gulf shores. After about 15-20 minutes into the trip the boat made a jolt as if I hit something. The engine began to smoke and leak oil. I shut off the motor. Had to be towed


BARDID: GM-2021-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-01 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Sanibel
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Man rescued after boat collision near Sanibel Island
7/1/21 – Sanibel Island, FL  The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a person Thursday after a boat collision around 30 miles west of Sanibel Island. A Coast Guard helicopter from the Clearwater air station transported the man to Tampa General Hospital with a leg injury, according to a news release. The incident was reported to the Coast Guard around 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Along with the helicopter from Clearwater, a Coast Guard boat from Fort Myers Beach arrived to assist the rescue of the injured person. The boat was inoperable after the collision and was towed back to shore, authorities said. The other was escorted back by the Coast Guard. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission is investigating the incident.


BARDID: GM-2021-1002
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-25 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf
NearestCityorTown: Panama City
County: Bay County
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Limb tangled in vsl equipment
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
The Coast Guard responded to a MEDEVAC call.  A 59-year old individual had gotten his arm caught in the sheet and broken it.  He also suffered from nausea.


BARDID: GM-2022-1000
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-01-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:46:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Cape San Blas
County: Gulf
WaterConditions: Very rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a report from the Coast Guard, a sailing vessel with 2 people on board was beset by weather.  The people were rescued and the vessel suffered damage after grounding. Seas were reported at 10-12 ft with periodic heavy winds.


BARDID: GM-2022-1001
State: GM
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-05-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Mobile
County: Mobile
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: Disabled vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Sail dismasting
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the news media and Coast Guard, a 36-ft vessel carrying 5 people onboard was disabled due to a broken mast.  The vessel was located 200 miles southeast of Mobile and sustained damage. No one was injured.


BARDID: GM-2022-1002
State: AT
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Freeport
County: Brazoria
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the Coast Guard, a 26-ft vessel carrying 7 people onboard took on water 20 NM south of Freeport, TX.  The subjects onboard the catamaran activated their EPIRB.  The vessel sustained damage but was escorted back to Freeport Marina.


BARDID: GM-2022-1003
State: GM
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2022-10-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gulf of Mexico
NearestCityorTown: Grand Isle
County: Jefferson
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to information from the news media and Coast Guard, a 24-ft boat carrying 3 people on board took on water and sank 25 miles offshore Empire, LA.  A family member reported the subjects overdue and they were recovered suffering from hypothermia.  The vessel was considered a loss.


BARDID: GU-2014-0001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-01-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
According to the operator, as they were entering Hagatna Channel the vessel was swamped by several large swells on the stern side causing the vessel to capsize.   Operator's injury was caused by impact with fixed/floating object; was admitted to the hospital for exhaustion and several lacerations. The occupant, age 43 died with drowning as the cause of death.


BARDID: GU-2014-0002
State: GU
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Phillipine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Merizo
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
USCG entered narrative: four people were fishing when their boat capsized during a small craft advisory.  Two victims were recovered deceased.


BARDID: GU-2015-0001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-01-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Phillipine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Two people became injured and their vessel sustained a significant amount of damage after it grounded.  The two people sustained cuts after being ejected.  The vessel took on water as a result.  Machinery failure (engine)  and hazardous weather conditions were listed as the causes of the acicdent.


BARDID: GU-2015-0005
State: GU
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-10-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Phillipine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
According to reports from the news media and Coast Guard, a 25-ft recreational vessel took on water, capsized and sank.  Three people were rescued without injury.  The vessel was considered a total loss.


BARDID: GU-2017-0001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-10-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Tumon
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Jet-Ski no. 1 (GU-5574-LR) engine failure had suddenly stopped propelling causing Jet-Ski no. 2 (GU-5821-LR) to collide with it.  Jet-Ski no. 2 was unable to avoid collision as he was trailing Jet-Ski no. 2.


BARDID: GU-2017-1001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-03-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pacific Ocean
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to Misle and News Media - Five people rescued from capsized vessel
by Guam Fire Departmentl at the Hagåtña marina channel Saturday night.  The U.S. Coast Guard provided assistance on scene, he said. At 7:36 p.m., GFD rescue units responded to the capsized vessel, Reilly said. All five people were brought onto a rescue boat and transported to the Hagåtña marina.  One passenger who suffered lacerations and abrasions was transported to Guam Memorial Hospital according to Reilly. Some of the other passengers suffered minor injuries and were treated at the scene by medics.
http://www.guampdn.com/story/news/2017/03/05/five-people-rescued-capsized-vessel/98770102/


BARDID: GU-2018-0001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-01-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Date/Time of Accident - 01/18/20185
The operator of the vessel stated that he exited the Hagatna Marina channel.  The water was too rough and the operator decided to turn around shortly after exiting the channel.  A wave crashed into the vessel while making the turn causing the vessel to flood and then capsized, resulting in both the owner/operator and passenger to abandon the boat.  No injuries were reported of the two occupants.  Vessel washed up on shore and was then retrieved by the owner the following day.


BARDID: GU-2018-0002
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-02-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: philippine
NearestCityorTown: Agat
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of Vessel (1) was entering the Agat Marina Channel closest to buoy #3 when the operator failed to recognize water depth (improper lookout) - as a result the vessel (1) collided with the reef - no injuries were reported.

"Accident" tab - not able to enter the coordinates and save - therefore, entering coordinates as "Other Information"  as Latitude 13.21.903 N and Longitude 144.38.668 E


BARDID: GU-2018-0003
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-02-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philipine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
PWC #1 (B) WAS OPERATING ON A DESIGNATED COURSE WHEN PWC #2, WHO WAS TRAVELLING DIRECTLY BEHIND, COULD NOT MANUEVER DUE TO OFF THROTTLE STEERING.  AS A RESULT, PWC #2 STRUCK PWC #1 FROM THE LEFT REAR CAUSING PWC #1 TO RAMP AND STRIKING OCCUPANTS AND THE TOP STEERING HEALM.


BARDID: GU-2018-0005
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-12-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner/operator stated that upon approaching the Hagatna Channel, he noticed a small vessel struggling while entering the Hagatna Channel.  He then decided to execute a U-turn turning left going out to the open ocean to avoid a collision and for his safety.  

While making a left turn, a large swell lifted the stern of the vessel and he lost control and was pounded by another swell causing the vessel to run-aground between the red channel marker and a man-made peninsula and was pushed further into the reef.


BARDID: GU-2019-0001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-04-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pacific Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Mangilao
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
14' homebuilt vessel was anchored approx. 200 yards from the reef (location: West side of Guam, closest to Mangilao)  while both individuals were spearfishing.  Upon returning to the vessel, they notice the vessel was partially submerged due to rough waters being 2' to 6' high.  Fishermen got to the vessel and called for assistance, to which both the Guam fire Rescue Unit and Navy HSC25 responded.


BARDID: GU-2019-0002
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatn
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While on the Jet Ski water course, Operator2 (operator for PWC2) did not realize that she was about to pass PWC1 (operated by Operator1).  Operator2 reacted by letting go of the throttle to slow down , however, it was too late and as a result struck the other jet ski operated by Operator1 on the starboard/right side causing both operators to fall off.  

Operator1 was injured as a result of the collision.  Operator1 was able to be carried off to land and have her injuries examined and then later transported to the Guam Memorial Hospital.  She was  treated for injuries to her right shim and knee area and released the same day.  Case recommended to be CLOSED.


BARDID: GU-2021-0001
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-01-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Phillipine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Merizo
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
The operator of vessel A was doing a series of high end low speed maneuvers / turns creating wakes to jump. The operator struck a wake and the impact caused the operator to strike his chin on the handle bars causing him to fall. The operator was not wearing a life jacket and was going in and out of consciousness. As a result, the operator drowned before assistance arrived.


BARDID: GU-2021-0002
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Phillipine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Agana
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Subject was traveling east from the Philippine Sea towards the Agana Boat Basin Channel.  Subject attempted to enter and inadvertently miscalculated the channel markers, causing the vessel to enter the hazardous water areas.  The operator lost control of the vessel and it capsized in high surf and waves.  The vessel made contact with the manmade wave rock barriers near the channel.  No injuries reported.


BARDID: GU-2022-0002
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Agat
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to Captain the mooring line broke loose and the vessel drifted on to the reef of Anui Island Agat. Later all passengers were transported to safety by Guam Police Department Rescue 3 Unit.


Recommendation: 
Case closed and file for records. Copy e forwarded to U.S. Coast Guard and Guam Recreational Boating Safety (RBS) for their records.


BARDID: GU-2022-0003
State: GU
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-12-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Philippine Sea
NearestCityorTown: Hagatna
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
EMS/Rescue Bureau
Battalion Fire Chief 
Rescue Operations Commander 
Incident Commander 

Report Release Date - December 26, 2022
Distress 911 Emergency Call at 1215hrs
GFD CASE : # 2022-22474

Sea Conditions 10-15 surf NNW swells 

Water Temp: Unknown

Tides- high at 1056hrs 2.66'
Low at 1616hrs 1.61 


Family member requesting assistance for family members who were in distress by Alupang Beach Island. 

Reports of paddle boarder was in distress at Alupang Cove Condos Lane in Tamuning. 

GUAM FIRE AND RESCUE REPORTING: 

Injured Person
Rescue 2 arrives the general area of Alupang Island and spots a green kayak about 40 feet outside the reef line of Alupang island and then the crew spots an individual about 100' north of the kayaks location ( N13'39.547 E144'45.901) the individual was loaded onto rescue vessel. No. injuries sustained and was using a PFD.  

Drowning Accident Victim
Rescue 1 crew on Rescue Water Crafts arrive at scene and conduct search patterns seeking second distress individual. Second distress individual was located at (N13'29.556 E144'46.045) floating faced down partially submerged and lifeless. No PFD on second victim.

However, per a drone that witnessed the terrible event said initially was using a PFD but as she was getting tumbled in the surf the PFD came off.

Victim was then transferred to the medic and ALS 1 who continued patient care and CPR.

Both victims were treated at US Naval Hospital, Agana Heights Guam.


BARDID: HI-2014-0001
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-18 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: KEALAKEKUA BAY
NearestCityorTown: CAPTAIN COOK
County: HAWAII
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Incident Summary: SCC received a report from HFD of a person laying on a white canoe 100yds off of Kanaloa Outrigger Kona, HI. The canoe flipped in the surf, ejecting the subject. The canoe smashed onshore, with pieces drifting off shore. A good sam recovered the subject and began CPR on a paddleboard 150yds offshore. HFD responded, a rescue boat recovered the subject and brought him to shore while continuing CPR. EMS transported him to the Kona Community Hospital while continuing CPR. Subject was in critical condition when transferred to EMS. Case Closed.


Sunday:  Subject called the hospital the subject was taken to and discovered the subject was deceased.


BARDID: HI-2014-0002
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-05-18 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: ALENUIHAHA CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: KAILUA-KONA
County: HAWAII
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Blind sailor's boat crashes into reef [state Department of Land and Natural Resources is involved] 5-22-14 – Kailua-Kona, HI

A California man's remarkable journey through the Pacific ended in disappointment off the coast of the Big Island.  Operator, who is legally blind, left the coast of Mexico on his 40-foot boat, the Seaquel, on April 29 and arrived in Hawaiian waters on Sunday. But after dropping off two of his crew members off in Hilo, his navigational equipment failed and rough waves slammed into his boat while en route to Kona. "He wandered into the surf. It was navigational error. They got too close to the shore and the waves picked them up and threw them on the beach," said Big Island resident, who spoke with Operator on Monday. "The guy was completely devastated. He lived on that boat for 14 years.  You know he lost his home. Everything."  Operator could not be reached for comment. But he and a female crew member apparently were not injured although it took them some effort to make it to land in the dark. "They clipped themselves together with harnesses and somehow stumbled onto shore". The state Department of Land and Natural Resources has hired a salvage company to remove the boat to avoid further damage to the reef.  Crews were out on Wednesday to prepare the boat and they plan to move the boat and dismantle it on land on Thursday. Because he had no vessel insurance, it's a total loss for Operator. Subject said that some of the valuable equipment was stripped by thieves.  "I guess the looters are already out there," he said.  "They stole the bimini. They stole the winches. They stole the (steering) wheel off the boat." Longtime friends say that Operator is an accomplished sailor, who is able to sail competitively due in part to recent advances in sailing technology.  "All of his electronics talk to him. He gets email that talk to him so he didn't have to read anything," said another subject, who has sailed with Operator in California and Mexico.  He can tell you the part numbers for the electronics he's installed. He's one of the most knowledgeable people I've ever known."


BARDID: HI-2014-0003
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Maili
NearestCityorTown: Nanakuli
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Missing kayaker off Maili Beach Park found
6-28-14 – Honolulu, HI
A kayaker reported missing off Maili Beach Park Saturday night has been found, Honolulu Fire Department said. According to the Honolulu Fire Department spokesman, the family of a man in his 50s reported him missing.  He went kayaking around 6 p.m. and the last time family members saw him was around 7:30 p.m. HFD got the call for a missing kayaker at 8:42 p.m. and arrived on scene at 8:50 p.m. Crews used helicopters, night vision goggles and thermal imaging to search at night. The Coast Guard also assisted in the search. At around 10 p.m., the kayaker made it back to shore on his own. According to HFD, the man was behaving erratically and was not cooperating with officials. Family members said it was "unusual behavior." The man attempted to go back into the water but police restrained him. An ambulance took him to a hospital.  It appears the victim capsized for unknown reasons.
http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breaking/20140629_Missing_kayaker_off_Maili_Beach_Park_found.html?id=265126641


BARDID: HI-2014-0004
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ka Iwi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kaunakakai
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
D14 - SAR – PIW – KAIWI CHANNEL, HI

On August 04, USCG District Fourteen (D14) received an unregistered Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) E-Solution, which plotted in the Kaiwi Channel, HI. D14 issued an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast and directed the launch of a USCG Air Station Barber’s Point MH-65 helicopter. The MH-65 helicopter arrived on-scene and initially hoisted four children from three kayaks that remained afloat after their 21-foot recreational vessel sank. The MH-65 helicopter left the rescue swimmer with the remaining four adults on the three kayaks; Auxiliary Air provided cover. The MH-65 helicopter made two additional trips to recover the four adults and the rescue swimmer. No sheen or signs of pollution were reported. All eight people were in good health. The case received high media interest.
----------------------------------------------
8 rescued after boat sinks fast off Hawaii
8-3-14 – HI
Four adults and four children traveling to the Hawaiian island of Molokai from Oahu were forced to abandon ship Sunday when the boat they were in sank in the Kaiwi Channel. "We knew it was going to go down, so we just started getting anything that we really needed like life jackets and I put my fins on and we all jumped in the water and the boat went over”. The group left Sandy Beach Park around 1:30 p.m. They brought along three kayaks and the plan was to kayak back to Oahu on Monday. They were 12 miles west of Molokai when their 21-foot vessel got hit by rough waters.  "It got scary rough real fast, where waves were breaking over the bow, and it happened really quick,". "Before we knew it, too much water was in the boat and we really couldn't steer well or maneuver."  Right before the boat sank, the experienced crew untied the kayaks from the boat, then tied them all together and used their cell phones to call 911. Although their cell reception worked, the United States Coast Guard says it was a special tracking device called a "EPIRB" that was the hero of the day.  All eight people were wearing their life jackets. No injuries were reported.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/8-rescued-after-boat-sinks-fast-off-hawaii/


BARDID: HI-2014-0008
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2014-09-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaulakahi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kekaha
County: Kauai
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
A man with a broken leg, a 10-year-old boy and a boat owner were able to swim to safety after a wave capsized their 19-foot vessel off the west coast of Kauai. Boat owner of Port Allen said he wanted to stay close to the capsized boat Sunday night until dawn, but the pain experienced by his guest made them decide to swim, The Garden Island reported. Owner, his son and a California man they met Sunday, fished near Niihau and about 8 p.m. headed toward Kikiaola Small Boat Harbor when the large wave struck the boat's stern. The boat twisted sideways. All three were thrown in the water, and The guest was hit the hardest. The impact broke his prosthetic hip and femur in three places. He felt the worst pain of his life, he said. "And I've had kidney stones," The guest said Monday at Wilcox Memorial Hospital as he awaited surgery, hoarse from screaming. "I've had three separate kidney stones, and this is absolutely worse than a kidney stone." He joked that his screams likely could have been heard in Tahiti. The Owners
were not injured. Owner in the dark retrieved two life vests and put them on The guest and his son. They swam to the boat and climbed onto the portion above water. Waves continued to crash onto the boat. The guest kept getting tossed into the water. 


http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/health/275355541.html


BARDID: HI-2014-0009
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2014-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:06:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaulakahi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Waimea
County: Kauai
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by vsl equipment
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Two sailors are safe and receiving medical care after a late night injury off Kauai prompted a call for help to the Coast Guard Tuesday. At 8:06 p.m., watchstanders at Sector Honolulu Command Center received a distress call on VHF Channel 16 from an individual aboard a 50-foot sailing vessel eight miles southwest of Port Allen on Kauai. The master of the sailing vessel Morning Star was struck in the head by the boom and was unable to operate the vessel. The passenger aboard was suffering from seasickness and was unfamiliar with operating the vessel and unable to safely navigate to shore. A 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew launched from Station Kauai to locate and provide assistance. The crew arrived on scene at 10:30 p.m., assessed the condition of the crewmembers and safely took the vessel in tow. Both crewmembers were safely
transported to awaiting first responders upon arrival in Port Allen. "Preparation played a key role in the resolution of this case," said command duty officer Lt. j.g. "The vessel had all of the proper safety equipment aboard and, as a result, they were able to request help via Channel 16 which led to our ability to get to them quickly before the situation escalated." 


http://www.kitv.com/news/coast-guard-rescues-2-sailors-off-of-kauai-late-tuesday/28113394#ixzz3DmG3IonH


BARDID: HI-2015-0001
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-01-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alenuihaha Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kailua-Kona
County: Hawaii
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
From accident report submitted: Departed mooring on leeward shore.  Underway to ride out storm  Dark.  Unable to see waves.  Vessel was hit by rogue wave, just forward of port beam.  Vessel was rolled over at least  times.  Total loss - washed up on shore.  All equipment and supplies on-board were lost or destroyed.

 


BARDID: HI-2015-0002
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-04-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:29:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaieie Waho Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kahuku
County: Honolulul
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Three rescued from capsized vessel near Turtle Bay

HONOLULU
— Three boaters are safe after their 15-foot recreational vessel capsized approximately one mile north of Turtle Bay, Oahu.

At approximately 10:29 a.m. watchstanders at Coast Guard Sector Honolulu received a mayday call via VHF Channel 16 from three men stating their vessel had capsized due to a rogue wave and that they were in need of immediate assistance.

Sector Honolulu issued an Urgent Marine Information Broadcast to mariners and launched an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter aircrew from Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point.

Sector Honolulu also notified the Honolulu Fire Department and they dispatched a jet ski crew from Honolulu Ocean Safety to the scene.

The Dolphin aircrew arrived on scene first, deployed a rescue swimmer, hoisted one of the men from the water and transported him to Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point.

Honolulu Ocean Safety arrived on scene shortly after, safely recovered the remaining two survivors and transferred them to Turtle Bay Resort where local emergency medical services personnel were waiting to assist.

No injuries were reported.

Two of the three men were wearing life jackets. 

The Coast Guard advises all mariners to ensure they have recommended safety equipment aboard to include a VHF marine radio, flares and life jackets. Wearing a life jacket greatly increases the chance of survival and it is recommended that it be worn at all times. Accidents can occur quickly and without waning to even the most experienced boaters, leaving little or no time to put on a life jacket.

The Coast Guard has issued a hazard to navigation notice to mariners for the adrift vessel.


###

Date: Apr 19, 2015

U.S. Coast Guard 
Contact: 14th District Public Affairs
Office:(808) 535-3230


Three rescued from capsized vessel near Turtle Bay
By Web Staff Published: April 19, 2015, 1:17 pm Updated: April 19, 2015, 6:12 pm 

Ocean Safety lifeguards and the U.S. Coast Guard rescued three men from a capsized boat about a mile offshore the Turtle Bay Resort Sunday.

The rescue happened around 10:30 a.m.

Conditions were rough, very windy and choppy waters (with 12 foot-plus swells) with winds surpassing 25 mph, all of which caused the 15-foot fishing boat to flip.

Lifeguards rescued two of the men on a jet ski while the Coast Guard airlifted the third.

All three patients in their 30s through 50s did not require treatment from paramedics.

Personnel from the Honolulu Fire Dept. also assisted with the rescues.
 


BARDID: HI-2015-0003
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-04-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:37:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Open Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Honolulu
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard searching for mariner in distress


HONOLULU — The Coast Guard is seeking the public's assistance after receiving a mayday call from a mariner in distress approximately 10 miles south of Honolulu Harbor, Thursday.  According to audio files    of the distress call, the name of the vessel is Kolea.  Watchstanders at Sector Honolulu Command Center received a mayday call over VHF radio channel 16 from a distressed mariner at 6:37 a.m. reporting flooding aboard his boat. The origin of the mayday call was determined to be 10 miles south of Honolulu Harbor. Currently searching are an HC-130 Hercules airplane crew and an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point, a Response Boat-Medium crew from Station Honolulu, and Coast Guard Cutter Galveston Island, a 110-foot patrol boat homeported in Honolulu. A Coast Guard Auxiliary airplane and boat are also assisting with search efforts. On-scene assets have searched a total of 603 square miles. Current on-scene weather conditions are 17 mile per hour winds with 5 foot seas. The description of the vessel and number of people aboard are unknown.  Anyone with information that could assist in identifying the mariner in distress, the vessel, or voyage plan should contact the Sector Honolulu Command Center at (808) 842-2600.


BARDID: HI-2015-0004
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-04-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kalohi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Lanai City
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard rescues one, still searching for another off Lanai     

HONOLULU – The Coast Guard continues searching for a missing mariner after the fishing vessel he was aboard capsized approximately one mile west of Lanai, Friday.

The Coast Guard rescued Survivor and is still searching for Victim after receiving a mayday call over VHF radio channel 16 at 12:12 a.m. from the 34-foot fishing vessel Munchkin.

An MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point located and recovered Survivor in the water at 3:20 a.m. He was transferred to the Memorial Hospital on Maui where he is reportedly in good condition.

Survivor reported that Victim was not wearing a life jacket at the time of the incident.

Coast Guard Cutter Kiska, a 110-Island class patrol boat homeported in Hilo, a 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew from Station Maui an an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Air Station Barbers Point continue the search for Victim. 

Current on-scene weather conditions are 10 mph winds and 5-foot seas. 

On-scene assets have searched a total of 148 square miles and deployed two self-locating datum marker buoys.

Watchstanders at the Sector Honolulu Command Center used data gathered from the SLDMBs and the search and rescue optimal planning system to calculate the search area. SAROPS is a software system that uses simulated particles generated by users in a graphical interface. These particles are then influenced by environmental data to provide information on search object drift. Using information on a point of origin and local currents, it calculates the most likely area to find a person or object in the water. 

For more information, contact the 14th Coast Guard District public affairs office at (808) 535-3230.


BARDID: HI-2015-0006
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: KIKIAOLA
NearestCityorTown: KEKAHA
County: KAUAI
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Carbon monoxide exposure
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR ACCOUNT: Exiting small boat harbor (Kikiaola) around 6:20 a.m. Started to head west towards the Na Pali coast.  A wave hit the left side of the vessel and capsized the boat. 

DLNR/DOBOR ASSESSMENT: Subject1 and Subject2 were trapped under the boat. When Subject1 swam out, Subject3 alerted her that Subject2 was still trapped.  Subject1 went back to retrieve him and was exposed to CO fumes.  Subject3 brought Subject1 out and Subejct4 brought Subject2 out.  All three were admitted to the hospital but have since been released.

 


BARDID: HI-2015-0007
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaieiewaho Channel
NearestCityorTown: Honolulu
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
OAHU, Hawaii - The Coast Guard rescued three people and a dog from a life raft off Oahu’s North Shore, Sunday.

An MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Air Station Barbers Point arrived on scene 41 miles northeast of Oahu’s North Shore and hoisted the three  people and their dog safely into the helicopter before returning to Air Station Barbers Point.

At 12:44 p.m. watchstanders at the Coast Guard Sector Honolulu Command Center received a call from the master of the 70-foot catamaran Brandi Anne over VHF-FM channel 16 reporting they were rapidly taking on water. The watchstanders immediately dispatched responders including the  Dolphin crew and a 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew from Station Honolulu.

During further communications the master reported they were abandoning  the vessel into an orange life raft. All three people are reportedly wearing life jackets 

Weather on scene was reportedly seas up to 4 feet with winds of 18 mph, gusting to 23 mph and clear skies.

The catamaran is partially submerged and may present a hazard to navigation. Mariners in the area are advised to keep a sharp lookout to avoid collision.


BARDID: HI-2015-0008
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Open Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Laie
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard rescues 5 off Laie
5-11-15 – Honolulu, HI

The Coast Guard rescued one aboard a disabled sailboat near Laie. On Monday night, watch-standers at Sector Honolulu received an alert from a 72-year-old distressed mariner reporting that his boat was disabled. The Coast Guard sent their boat crew from Station Honolulu, which arrived on scene at 1:45 a.m. While attempting to take the sailboat in tow, their boat also became disabled, forcing the crew to deploy their anchor and to call for assistance. Weather conditions at the time were 10-foot seas, 35 mph winds. The Coast Guard sent their helicopter crew from Air Station Barber's Point along with a rescue boat and helicopter from the Honolulu Fire Department. Red Cross disaster volunteers are assisting the survivors to ensure that all immediate emergency needs are met, including food, shelter and clothing. Caseworkers will also ensure that anyone affected will receive a follow-up of referrals, guidance or additional assistance in the coming weeks to help with the recovery process. The cause of the incident is currently under investigation. The Coast Guard wants to remind the public that having life-saving equipment like life jackets, flares and an EPIRB can make a critical difference in reducing risk should the unexpected occur.


The Coast Guard Cutter Ahi is working to tow the disabled 45-foot medium response boat. The environmental response team from the Coast Guard is also on scene. They are looking for any possible oil impact or debris that may be associated with the sailboat that is believed to have broken apart and sunk at sea. 

 


BARDID: HI-2015-0009
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:24:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alalakeiki Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kihei
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a Coast Guard report, a one-man outrigger canoe flipped.  The operator panicked and drowned.  A nearby paddleboarder who had been paddling with the operator, assisted with CPR>
 
 


BARDID: HI-2015-0012
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Maunalua Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hawaii Kai
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Boat fire just outside of Maunalua Bay
9-6-15 – Honolulu, HI
A small boat caught fire and burned just outside of Maunalua Bay. Officials received a call at a little after 11 a.m. Only the owner was on board at the time of the fire. He did not know how it started. The man jumped off the boat after grabbing a life vest and was picked up by a dive boat before he was brought to shore. “He made his way off the vessel, was picked up by a bystander, brought in to shore,” said Honolulu Fire Department acting battalion chief. “The owner is not injured and the boat eventually ended up sinking.” He had just purchased the 2007 Cobalt 262 a few months ago and had it shipped to Hawaii. The owner said he does have insurance.  
http://khon2.com/2015/09/06/boat-fire-just-outside-of-maunalua-bay/

Fire officials say the owner and lone occupant of the 26-foot vessel told them the flames broke out in the engine compartment. They said he tried to extinguish the fire himself, but couldn't. So he jumped overboard and swam to a nearby boater who brought him to shore safely.
 


BARDID: HI-2015-0014
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-10-26 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hanalei Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hanalei
County: Kauai
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
AccidentCause3: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
EquipmentFailure: Sail dismasting
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Washed up on shore in Hanalei, one person on board.  There is no oil or any type of petroleum products leaking from the vessel, staff has removed it all.  The vessel only had an outboard motor, and was removed yesterday.  The brown foam in the water is mud and silt from the culvert just south of the vessel. 
 
GROUNDED VESSEL AT HANALEI BAY IS DAMAGED -  SALVAGE REMOVAL TO BEGIN THIS WEEKEND WHEN SURF SHOULD SUBSIDE  -  HANALEI --   Last night a 33 foot vessel, Serenity, was leaving Hanalei bay when his motor died. He hoisted sail but it tore so the vessel drifted back into the bay.  The vessel dropped anchor, but due to high surf it broke its mooring and washed onto the rocks on the bay's west side at Waipa. The vessel suffered a hole in its port side (left) of the hull.  Operator was injured while trying to get off the vessel and was taken to a hospital for treatment.  Just before 7 am a Kauai DOBOR harbor agent received a call from a citizen in Hanalei reporting that floating debris was washing ashore. The boat had washed further up on the shoreline.  DOBOR Kauai Boating manager spoke with the owner, who said he did not have any insurance nor any plan to remove the vessel within 24 hours, per the law, and needed to address his injury.  DOBOR has assumed control of the vessel and obtained bids for its removal.  A salvage company will remove and dispose of it once surf subsides this weekend.
 


BARDID: HI-2015-0015
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-11-06 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alenuihaha Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kaupo
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by vsl equipment
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Sail dismasting
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
From excerpts of news article, http://khon2.com/2015/11/06/coast-guard-opens-internal-investigation-after-boater-dies-during-rescue/: 
Coast Guard opens internal investigation after boater dies during rescue 11/5/15 – Maui, HI The U.S. Coast Guard has opened an internal investigation after a boater they assisted wound up dead. The Coast Guard received a distress call from the master of the 30-foot sailing vessel Kolina Thursday afternoon, 20 miles south of Maui. The 71-year-old man reported that his vessel was disabled and adrift. USCG cutter Kiska was diverted to tow the vessel to shore. Upon arrival, the crew instructed the boater to don his lifejacket, provided him a handheld radio, established a tow and began paying out line just before midnight. During the towing, the Kiska crew lost communication with the mariner and saw that the mast had snapped.  Search crews eventually found the man dead, caught in rigging alongside the vessel. The Coast Guard says there were rough seas, up to 10 feet with 35 mph winds, when the mast snapped. 
 


BARDID: HI-2016-0001
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-01-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: KAILUA BAY
NearestCityorTown: KAILUA
County: HONOLULU
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Diver killed in Windward Oahu ocean accident identified, 1 man injured. 
A windward Oahu ocean accident has left one man dead and sent another to the hospital.The Honolulu Medical Examiner's office has identified the deceased as 59-year-old.The incident occurred Saturday about 1 p.m., when Victim and his 25-year-old stepson went diving between Kailua boat ramp and Lanikai Beach. The pair ran into trouble when at least one of them was run over by a person in a boat. A fire battalion chief at scene said there were dive flags in the area, but it is unclear if they belonged to the stepfather and stepson.
 
The 25-year-old was taken to a nearby hospital in serious condition. Witness saw the aftermath and says it was clear the stepson was in great pain."He was in bad shape. He was screaming in pain from the impact from the keel of the boat on his hip. He had a clear laceration through his triceps and to his thigh where he got hit by the propeller for, sure" Witness said. EMS officials, who spoke with family members of the victims, say Victim was a veteran waterman." As far as the free diver [stepfather] goes, we're told that he is a very experienced free diver who knew what he was doing out there. Obviously, his family is distraught over this," said EMS spokeswoman. The victims anchored their boat about 300 meters offshore; Victim's body was found about 200 feet north of their kayak. Victim leaves behind three daughters and a granddaughter. It's unclear if he was also struck by the boat. Autopsy results will determine the cause of his death.Family members of the victims pass along sentiments of gratitude to the first responders on scene during the harrowing experience.  
 

 


BARDID: HI-2016-0002
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-01-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: ONE ALII BEACH
NearestCityorTown: KAUNAKAKAI
County: MAUI
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Oklahoma man dies after kayaking off Molokai
Posted: 
Jan 12, 2016 6:52 AM HST

Updated: 
Jan 12, 2016 6:52 AM HST

By HNN StaffConnect

MOLOKAI (HawaiiNewsNow) -
An Oklahoma native died after running into trouble off Molokai's One Alii Beach Park on Sunday.The victim was identified as 47-year-old.Authorities said Victim and a family member were kayaking when a wave knocked him over. The family member attempted to rescue Victim, but another wave flipped her kayak over as well. Fire rescue crews pulled both individuals to shore and conducted cardiopulmonary resuscitation on Victim. He was taken to Molokai General Hospital in critical condition but was later pronounced dead. Copyright 2016 Hawaii News Now. All rights reserved.

      
The male and female are visitors staying at a vacation rental beach house near where the accident took place. A witness onshore reported seeing the couple attempt to paddle out beyond the surf break but was knocked off their kayak by higher than normal surf in the two- to three-foot range. Cause of death is pending autopsy results.
 


BARDID: HI-2016-0003
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-01-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 04:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: MAKALAWENA
NearestCityorTown: KAILUA-KONA
County: HAWAII
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Onboard navigation aids
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR ACCOUNT:  It was early morning, was on my way back from 2 day fishing trip, couple miles before the dock I fell asleep and the autopilot stopped working, and boat turned and hit shore.  Boat wasn't damaged on day 1, day two the tides came in and it filled the boat with sand and water and broke bottom of boat and filled the boat with water.


BARDID: HI-2016-0004
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-02-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: KALOHI CHANNEL
NearestCityorTown: UALAPUE
County: MAUI
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator's account:

After losing diesel aux. and the n GPS/navigation, i proceeded under sail E. in the kalohi Channel.  I had SE wind, and was pointed for Lahaina close-hauled when we were hit with a wind shift that pushed us on the reef.


BARDID: HI-2016-0005
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-03-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:37:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: KANEOHE BAY
NearestCityorTown: KANEOHE
County: HONOLULU
WaterConditions: Unknown
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Man dies after boat capsizes in waters off Kaneohe By Star-Advertiser staff

March 5, 2016 A man died early Saturday morning after the boat he was in capsized in waters off Kaneohe Marine Corps Base Hawaii. The Honolulu Fire Department responded to a report of a missing swimmer at 2:37 a.m. to learn that a 17-foot boat overturned with three men onboard near the north side of the Marine base. Two of the men were able to swim back to shore and notify authorities, the fire department said. Firefighters, Coast Guard, and military personnel began to search for the third man. At 8:25 a.m., the man was found unconscious under 30 feet of water.  He was not breathing and did not have a pulse, fire officials said. The man was transported to the Marine base Waterfront Operations pier and then to a Federal Fire Department Paramedic Unit at 8:58 a.m.


Marine who died in Hawaii boating accident identified - Two other men aboard the boat swam to safety. Updated March 7, 2016 at 10:46 AM								
									
HONOLULU, March 7 (UPI) -- The U.S. Marine who died in a recreational boating accident in Hawaii last week was identified as Victim#1 of Garland, Texas.  Marine Corps Base Hawaii publicly identified Victim#1, 24, after notifying his relatives. He served as an Aircraft Electronic Communications System Technician with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing stationed at the base on Kaneohe Bay.

Victim#1, a Marine since 2011, drowned after his 17-foot boat overturned early Saturday in waters off the northern side of the base; two other men aboard swam to shore, but Victim#1 was found by the Honolulu Fire Department in 30 feet of water, not breathing, unconscious and without a pulse.


BARDID: HI-2016-0006
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-05-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:59:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaieiewaho Channel
NearestCityorTown: Port Allen
County: Kauai
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Early Sunday, the Coast Guard responded to a report of three boaters in distress off Kauai. Their vessel had capsized.  A Coast Guard Station Kauai RB-M crew safely recovered them and brought them to Port Allen. One man was mildly hypothermic. The vessel sank and was considered a total loss.

http://www.uscgnews.com/go/doc/4007/2818174/


BARDID: HI-2016-0007
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-05-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ka Iwi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Hawaii Kai
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Captured from the news media:  a 15-foot boat carrying three people onboard took on water and capsized, ejecting the occupants.  The occupants were recovered but the vessel was recorded as a loss.


BARDID: HI-2016-0009
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaieiewaho Channel
NearestCityorTown: Haleiwa
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
USCG assessment:  Vessel was reported overdue from a rec fishing trip and never returned.  Search and rescue efforts were stopped on July 7, 2016 and the 3 persons on board are presumed deceased.  Cause of the accident is wind and weather conditions.  The vessel was also noted as being in poor maintenance.


BARDID: HI-2016-0010
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaieiewaho Channel
NearestCityorTown: Haleiwa
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
A 30-ft boat took on water and capsized while attempting to tow another boat that had been found adrift 25-miles offshore Haleiwa Harbor.  One person was treated for hypothermia.


BARDID: HI-2016-0011
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ala Wai Channel
NearestCityorTown: Honolulu
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner/operator account: was maneuvering the boat to enter the slip after sunset when big gust pushed us to the reef.


I am the owner of the vessel Bikini Kim, a 35' catamaran which soft grounded at the entry of Ala Wai Canal on Sunday th 19th of June of 2016 at approximately 8pm due to a strong gust that pushed us to the reef at a moment I had just turned the vessel around, preparing to maneuver the vessel to its slip and had no motion and had no time to fight the strong gust.  I was taking one of my friends on Oahu out for a sail and his family.  They are a very big family with several brothers.  It was Father's Day so we were celebrating it with a nice sunset sail amongst friends & family in a Sunday afternoon. Unlike what the news said which had to be obviously an assumption because its a __________, I don't run any commercial activity & tour boats of any sort.  It was just a Sunday sunset sail amongst friends with a boat _____.  Not commercial.

Report of witness: Report on Bikini Kim running agroundat the Ala Wai Boat Harbor.  Approx. 7:30 pm catamaran Bikini Kim with 12-13 people on board ran aground inside he last pylon marking low water,  She came in too close to the pylon at low tide and lurched forward but when she tried to reverse and got completely stuck on the rocks inside the pylon.  10 people were ferried off by small boats then the fire dept's boat tried to pull her off 3 times but did not succeed.


BARDID: HI-2016-0013
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Honokohau Bay
NearestCityorTown: Kapalua
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator account:  A woman jumped off the boat without telling anyone and got cut badly by the propeller.


BARDID: HI-2016-0014
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ka Iwi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Hawaii Kai
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Investigator account:  While transiting the Ka Iwi Channel, rough seas caused the vessel to take on water and capsize.  POB had left the vessel and went to an assist vessel.  Vessel was towed back, while capsized, to Hawaii Kai by HONEY GIRL.


BARDID: HI-2016-0015
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-10-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alenuihaha Channel
NearestCityorTown: Hawi
County: Hawaii
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard, Big Island Fire Department search for missing boater near Lapakahi State Park, Big Island Posted on October 16, 2016 2:05 PM Coast Guard and Big Island Fire Department crews are searching for a missing boater near Lapakahi State Park, Big Island, in a case that began late Saturday. 

Missing is a 26-year-old. Victim was last seen swimming toward shore with his uncle after their 10-foot skiff reportedly capsized due to high winds approximately a half mile offshore. At 9:50 p.m., an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter crew from Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point launched to conduct a search of the area and the crew of the USCGC Kittiwake (WPB-87316) operating off Maui was diverted. Air assets and ground crews from the Big Island Fire Department are also assisting in the search. An Urgent Marine Information Broadcast has been issued alerting mariners in the area to keep a sharp lookout and report any sightings to the Coast Guard Sector Honolulu command center. 

 Weather conditions are currently reported as east winds of 21 mph gusting to 31 mph. Waves are at a foot with a west-southwest swell.


BARDID: HI-2016-0016
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-03 00:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Na Pali Coast
NearestCityorTown: Kee
County: Kauai
WaterConditions: Unknown
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Woman dies after kayak capsizes on Napali Coast By Web Staff Published: July 3, 2016, 4:41 pm  - The Kauai Police Dept. reports that a woman died Sunday morning on the Napali Coast after the kayak she and a female friend were in was struck by large waves and capsized. The woman who died was thrown against rocks in the area, hitting her head and then disappearing into the large surf. The surviving woman was able to make her way safely onto nearby rocks. She then was able to get assistance from a family who was on a Zodiac in the water. After locating the unresponsive woman in the water, both women were taken to Ke‘e Beach in the Zodiac.  CPR was attempted by paramedics without success. The unresponsive woman was transported via ambulance to Wilcox Hospital where she was pronounced dead. Her identity has not been released.


BARDID: HI-2017-0001
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-01-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Maunalua Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hawaii Kai
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard opens investigation into Hawaii Kai boat fire

1-8-17 – Honolulu, HI

The U.S. Coast Guard has opened an investigation into a boat fire that sent more than a dozen people jumping into Maunalua Bay on Sunday night to escape the flames. No injuries were reported, and all occupants of the boat were accounted for after the blaze, which apparently started in the boat's
engine. "As we were coming out of the channel, it looked like ants, if you will, jumping off the boat. They were frantic," said Captain, who responded to a distress call from the boat with his 30-foot trawler. "When I got on site, people were jumping off the boat. The boat was fully engulfed in flames." The distress call for the incident came in around 6:30 p.m. Friday. Subject says he was in the vicinity when he heard the calls for help over the radio and rushed to the area to help. By the time he got there, a nearby 22-foot vessel had already picked up the survivors. "All 15 of those people jumped on that 22-foot boat. So it was way loaded." Subject said. He also said it's not the first time he's seen that same boat having problems. "I don't know the case of that boat, but I do know last weekend, I saw that boat having engine problems out the middle of the channel," he said. On Monday, the U.S. Coast Guard says it can't locate the charred 36-foot boat -- or the boat's captain. The Coast Guard also said they're not sure if the boat sank or if it was recovered by it's owner, but they said the boat is not in its slip at the Hawaii Kai Marina. "

http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/34220352/coast-guard-opens-investigation-into-hawaii-kai-boat-fire


BARDID: HI-2017-0002
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-01-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alenuihaha Channel
NearestCityorTown: Hapuna
County: Hawaii
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard rescues 3 after sailboat sinks off Big Island

1-18-17 – Hapuna Beach, HI

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued three boaters on Wednesday after their sailboat sank off Hapuna Beach. Rescue crews responded around 1:50 p.m. after the men – a 48-year-old, 23-year-old and 43-year-old -- jumped into a life raft and called for help when the 42foot sailing vessel Bobo Link began taking on water. No injuries were reported.

http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/34297746/coast-guard-rescues-3-after-sailboat-sinks-off-big-island


BARDID: HI-2017-0003
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-02-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Reef Runway
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard rescues 6 after boat runs aground off Keehi
Harbor

2-16-17 – Honolulu, HI

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued six people from waters off the Keehi Small Boat Harbor on Thursday night. Officials say they got a distress call around 6:45 p.m. from a 34-foot-long sailing vessel named Malia that ran aground on the Keehi Harbor end of the reef runway. The Coast Guard deployed a
helicopter and a rescue boat, but the boat was not able to get near the grounded vessel because the water was too shallow. The helicopter crew was able to hoist all six people on board shortly after. Officials say there were no reports of injuries or pollution. No word yet on when the grounded vessel will
be removed. Officials say it was badly damaged and it will be up to the boat's owner to contact a salvage crew to have it towed away.

http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/34531693/coast-guard-rescues-6-after-boat-runs-aground-off-keehi-harbor


BARDID: HI-2017-0004
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-02-09 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: South shore, Hawaii Island
NearestCityorTown: Ocean View
County: Hawaii
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner/operator account: Went down for a dive 30 minutes.  Boat pulled anchor and ended up on rocks.  Cracks in hull.  No reason.  Freak accident.


BARDID: HI-2017-0005
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-03-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaneohe Bay
NearestCityorTown: Kahaluu
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause3: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
MachineryFailure: Fuel
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
One person was injured while he was trying to help a man whose boat was on fire. The boat ran aground.
 “We saw the boat was on fire at the sandbar, so we were the first boat to try to get out there to bring him a fire extinguisher,”. “I tried to jump on  the transom of his boat, and in the process, I fell and injured my elbow and thumb, but was able to get him the fire extinguisher. 
More boats came up and we were able to get him about five fire extinguishers,  but it was too late for the boat.” He says the flames started to get higher and the smoke was getting thicker.” We asked about his injury. “On a scale of 1 to 10, how painful is that right now?” he replied “probably about a 7.” 
As for injured, he said he was doing okay, but was going to the hospital to get his arm checked out. http://khon2.com/2017/03/25/firefighters-respond-to-kaneohe-bay-boat-fire/


BARDID: HI-2017-0006
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-04-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: North shore, Maui
NearestCityorTown: Kahului
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Unknown
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Six Rescued after Outrigger Canoe Capsizes off Kanaha, Maui4-1-17 – Maui, H
Six paddlers were rescued after the outrigger canoe they were in capsized during a downwind run from Maliko Bay to Kahului Harbor on Saturday afternoon.  Rescue crews were called to search for the missing paddlers after the canoe was found adrift with no one aboard about a mile off Kanaha Beach Park at around 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2017.  The discovery was made individuals aboard a passing boat. Ocean safety lifeguards used watercraft to search for the missing paddlers. The Maui Fire Department’s Air 1 helicopter with a rescue crew aboard was also dispatched and eventually spotted the six people downwind from where the capsized canoe was found.  
By 2:40 p.m., four adult men, and two adult women had been transported to shore at Kanaha Beach Park by and Air 1.  Maui Fire Services Chief  said the canoe paddlers had launched their canoe from Maliko Bay and were making a downwind run to Kahului Harbor when they were hit by a large wave and overturned. A 69-year-old man was injured in the mishap and was taken to Maui Memorial Medical Center in stable condition. The other five paddlers were not injured.  Firefighters from Pa?ia and Kahului, as well as ocean safety lifeguards from Kanaha Beach Park and Baldwin Park responded to the incident.http://mauinow.com/2017/04/01/six-rescued-after-outrigger-canoe-capsizes-off-kanaha-maui/


BARDID: HI-2017-0007
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-04-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Keehi Lagoon
NearestCityorTown: Honolulu
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Two rescued from grounded boat off Sand Island4-8-17 – Honolulu, HI
Firefighters rescued two people this afternoon after a boat ran aground off Keehi Boat Harbor. Honolulu Fire Capt.  said the call came in about 2 p.m. and responding firefighters found the submerged 20-foot sailboat outside the harbor. Firefighters used a personal watercraft to bring a man and woman from the boat back to shore without injury. He said the boat remained off shore and would need to be removed by a private contractor. Capt said the boat lost its motor then ran aground. 
http://www.staradvertiser.com/2017/04/08/breaking-news/two-rescued-from-grounded-boat-off-keehi-lagoon/


BARDID: HI-2017-0008
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pokai Bay
NearestCityorTown: Waianae
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator tested negative on field sobriety test conducted by Honolulu Police Department.
A man was killed Thursday morning in an accident involving a boat at Waianae Small Boat Harbor. It happened at around 7:21 a.m. just outside the rock wall at the mouth of the harbor. Witnesses say a man was swimming just outside the harbor when a 21-foot fishing boat that was entering the harbor ran over him.
Witnesses tell us the man had gone out on a surfboard, but also had fins and snorkel gear with him, and must have swam away from his board. We’re told that swimmers and divers are required to have some kind of marker with them, like a flag or a buoy to alert the boaters that there are people in the water.


BARDID: HI-2017-0009
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:11:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaieie Waho Channel
NearestCityorTown: Haleiwa
County: Honolulu
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Fisherman’s body pulled from waters off Oahu’s North Shore
Search and rescue crews pulled a fisherman's body from waters off Oahu's North Shore Wednesday night. The 54-year-old was last seen at around 3:30 p.m. leaving Haleiwa Beach Park in his kayak. He was headed toward Kaena Point, and never returned to shore. The Honolulu Fire Department and U.S. Coast Guard were notified at  around 7:11 p.m. after a kayak equipped with fishing gear was found  adrift near Aweoweo Beach Park and brought to shore. Firefighters eventually found the missing fisherman at around 8:10  p.m. near Kaiaka Bay Beach Park, about a mile from where his kayak was recovered. He was unconscious, not breathing, and didn't have a pulse.  The man was brought to shore, where Emergency Medical Services officially pronounced him dead shortly before 9 p.m. Officials have yet to release his identity.


BARDID: HI-2017-0010
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pohoiki Bay
NearestCityorTown: Pahoa
County: Hawaii
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
OPERATOR ACCOUNT: A big wave overturned the boat.  Total damage to hull and motors.  All fishing gear was lost.

INVESTIGATOR ACCOUNT: 06-22-2017/1000 Hrs.  While attempting to enter Pohoiki Bay to access the baot ramp vessel HA1045K, vessel as hit by a large wave and capsized.  Subsequent wave action righted the vessel and it was thrown up on the rocky shoreline. 
Subject and his crew member were able to clear the wreck with no injuries.  The vessel was later pulled off the shore and towed to the boat ramp, and removed.  All hazardous material remained contained and were removed with the boat.  The bottom of the boat was severely damaged during this event.


BARDID: HI-2017-0011
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 00:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kaiwi Channel
NearestCityorTown: Hoolehua
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard rescues 2 from sinking ship off Kaneohe 
8/25/17 - Kaneohe, HI
The Coast Guard rescued two men from a sinking vessel 35 miles east of Kaneohe Bay on Friday. The men were hoisted from their vessel by a rescue swimmer and were transferred safely back to Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point. The distress call came in about 12:40 a.m. on Friday from the captain of the 82-foot pleasure craft, Point Harris. He said his boat was taking on water in two forward compartments. The men activated their emergency beacon and prepared to abandon ship. An aircrew was on scene by 2:34 a.m., and a rescue swimmer was deployed to assess the condition of the vessel. The Coast Guard said the rescue swimmer quickly determined that the vessel was no longer safe, and that's when the men were hoisted to safety. Neither of the rescued men were injured.
http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/36221409/coast-guard-rescues-2-from-sinking-ship-off-kaneohe


BARDID: HI-2017-0013
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-10-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hanapepe Bay
NearestCityorTown: Lihue
County: Kauai
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Kauai man dies while kayak fishing
10/22/17 – Hanapepe, HI
A man died while kayak fishing in waters off Port Allen in Hanapepe on Sunday morning. According to a preliminary investigation, victim was kayaking with several friends when he was found face down and unresponsive in the water, with his kayak overturned. Fire personnel were notified shortly after 7:30 a.m. that a nearby fishing boat was bringing the body and kayak to the Port Allen Small Boat Harbor. Police, firefighters and medics responded to the scene. He was then transported to Wilcox Morgue. An autopsy is pending to determine the cause of death, but foul play is not suspected. The investigation remains ongoing.
http://www.kitv.com/story/36664080/kauai-man-dies-while-kayak-fishing


BARDID: HI-2017-0014
State: HI
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-10-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Auau Channel
NearestCityorTown: Lanai City
County: Maul
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
5 rescued after yacht runs aground off Lanai
10/21/17 – Lanai, HI
Maui firefighters rescued five people Saturday after the yacht they were on ran aground off Lanai. The owner of the yacht, an 80-year-old man, was cruising along the island’s east coast when the boat ended up on the reef about 3 p.m., said Maui Fire Department spokesman. The man’s wife, his daughter in her 50s, and a couple visiting Maui were also on board at the time. 

The Coast Guard notified firefighters of the grounding and requested assistance about 3:10 p.m.. Firefighters found the 42-foot motor yacht from Lahaina stuck on the reef about 300 yards from shore and about a mile northwest of Club Lanai. A Coast Guard 45-foot response boat also responded, but shallow waters prevented the vessel from getting close to the yacht. 

subject said firefighters swam to the yacht from shore and then swam a couple in their 70s back to shore. A fire department helicopter picked up the remaining occupants and took them to shore. No one was injured. The yacht owner’s friend picked up the boaters in a private boat at Manele Small Boat Harbor and took them back to Lahaina. subject said the yacht’s hull did not appear damaged and no fuel or oil was seen leaking when fire crews left Saturday. The owner will work with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources to remove the vessel.
http://www.staradvertiser.com/2017/10/22/breaking-news/5-rescued-after-yacht-runs-aground-off-lanai/ UPDATE: The vessel was successfully extracted 25OCT2017, at approximately 0730 (High Tide) with no further damage to the reef during outbound tow. However, there was identified structural damage to coral heads at the grounding site. Parker Marine completed the entire salvage operation and observed minimal damage to the vessel and no observed discharge of oil. The vessel is currently at the Oahu Boat Yard for repairs.


BARDID: HI-2019-0017
State: HI
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-10-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:02:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kealaikahiki Channel
NearestCityorTown: Kihei
County: Maui
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Coast Guard rescues boater off Kahoolawe
10/27/19 – Kahoolawe, HI 
The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a 75-year-old boater who abandoned his ship after it began taking on water about 500 yards off Kahoolawe on Sunday, according to the Coast Guard. The boater had been traveling from Lanai to Hawaii island Sunday morning when he began taking on water. He abandoned his vessel for his dinghy and called a friend to report that his boat was sinking and that he was abandoning ship. At 8:02 a.m., Sector Honolulu watchstanders received the report from the boater’s friend. 

Watchstanders issued an urgent marine information broadcast notice to mariners and deployed a 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew from Coast Guard Station Maui. They also sent out crews from Air Station Barbers Point aboard an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter and an HC-130 Hercules airplane to search the area. At 11:01 a.m., the crews located the boater’s vessel, which had washed ashore on Kahoolawe, and began searching the surrounding waters. The Hercules and Rescue Boat-Medium crews heard the boater’s calls over the radio, made contact and were able to locate his dinghy at 11:31 a.m. The Rescue-Boat Medium successfully recovered the man and brought him back to shore. There were no reports of injuries.
https://www.mauinews.com/news/local-news/2019/10/coast-guard-rescues-boater-off-kahoolawe/


