# ReleasableAccidentes

BARDID: MA-2015-0081
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Newburyport
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and his 2 friends were heading out of the Merrimack River and hit the area before the Toothpick where there was no wake zone.  He had the throttle wide open but the engine was sputtering so he slowed the boat.  The engine stalled and upon starting it up he heard a pop and an explosion and a fire erupted where the engine housing cover had blown off.  He was able to extinguish the initial fire but he noticed soon after that black smoke was coming from the cabin.  Another vessel came by and he and his passengers were able to board the vessel to safety.  Vessel and everything on board total loss.


BARDID: MA-2015-0082
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gloucester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Drug
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was attempting to tie up at dock.  Unable to do so he backed up and attempted to tie up again but struck the dock.  He backed up again and struck vessel #2 tied to a mooring.  He backed up again and hit another dock and proceeded to exit the Harbor but was stopped by the USCG.  The USCG terminated his voyage due to his erratic attempt to dock, he was having trouble standing up straight and had glassy eyes.  He said he had not been drinking but had taken several types of prescribed medications that day.  All 4 medications warned off dizziness and drowsiness.  He was administered a portable breath test and it was 0.00.  He was arrested for boat oui drugs, boat negligent operation of and leave scene of property damage.  It should be noted that in 2008 this operator was charged with negligent operation of a motor boat resulting in death.


BARDID: MA-2015-0083
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unfamiliar with area
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Struck a submerged object at low tide.  Operator was unaware of shallow water and rocks in this location.


BARDID: MA-2015-0084
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Canton Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Canton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was cruising in a forward straight manner in the middle of the reservoir when Vessel #1 was approaching vessel 2 from approximately his 4 o'clock.  Vessel #1 made a hard left hand turn causing vessel #2 to lean hard to the left and they collided. Operator of vessel #2 struck the steering column causing injuries.  Operator of vessel #1 was cited for failure to maintain a proper look-out and failures to take action to avoid collision.  Operator of vessel #2 was cited for failure to maintain a proper lookout, failures to take action to avoid collision and negligent operation crossing to close.  Warning for no sound producing device and fire extinguisher.


BARDID: MA-2015-0085
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by vsl equipment
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Heavy seas and large wave lifted stern.  Jibed boom struck crewman causing  injury and was evacuated 6 miles off coast.


BARDID: MA-2015-0086
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Newburyport
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #1 was having dinner on board his moored vessel when vessel #2 struck him causing property damage.  Operator of vessel #2 reported  that the current pushed his vessel onto the mooring line of vessel #1 while he was trying to cross the river.


BARDID: MA-2015-0088
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sesuit Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was returning to Harbor in the dark and became disoriented.  He called by phone for some help from friends onshore.  He recognized the harbor and proceeded in that direction.  He saw the rock jetty but was unable to avoid colliding with it.  He was going around 20 mph.  Operator only owed vessel for 3 months.  Excessive speed and operator experience cause of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2015-0089
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator leaving beach in 6 feet of water his vessel struck a submerged rock causing extensive damage and resulted in one of the passengers suffering an injury when she fell as a result of the collision.  Operator unaware of rocks in the area.


BARDID: MA-2015-0090
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hingham Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hingham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Starting in gear
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and his wife were on an inflatable tender.  Operator started vessel which was in gear.  Upon starting the vessel both parties thrown into water.  The vessel ran over passenger causing injuries.  Operator was able to re board the out of control boat and stop the engine.


BARDID: MA-2015-0091
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was heading outbound transiting the main channel and miscalculated and struck the east jetty which was covered over due to high tide.  No one injured.  Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2015-0093
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Hadley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was towing 2 tubers on a Air Head revolution tube when the injured fell off the tube. She was dragged by the line for a short distance and it caused injury.  The victim's dad was on shore and was watching what was occurring, jumped into his vessel and went over to where his daughter was in the water.  He jumped in held her head up and cut the tow line as he saw the hook was embedded.  The  investigator was unable to determine whether the hook was faulty or if there were any recalls on it. The tow line had been purchased years ago but the tube was just purchased 2 weeks ago.  It is not known how the hook became dislodged from the eye and embedded.  Investigator indicates that it appears that the operator was operating in a responsible manner prior to this incident occurring, there was a lookout and tubers were wearing life jackets.  No cause was determined except that it was an unfortunate accident.


BARDID: MA-2015-0094
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Lowell
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had been using his vessel to transport family and friends up river to a sand bar.  Operator admitted to drinking some alcohol but couldn't remember how much.  He had just transported a friend down river to a beach as his friend was departing for the day and was on his way back up river with his son.  His son saw a train on the south side of the river and asked his dad to drive the boat closer in order to see it.  Operator indicated that he drove the vessel closer to southern shore and was travelling at a speed to be about 20 mph.  He lost control the  vessel's steering and surmised that the outboard engine had come into contact or was submerged in the bottom muck of the river rendering his steering inoperable.  He reduced the throttle to neutral but the forward momentum carried the vessel towards a tree over hanging the waterline.  He had just enough time to grab his son and hugged him to protect him and ducked down to prevent injury to him and his son.  The vessel impacted with a tree and came to rest in the water.  Operator immediately lost vision in both of his eyes but was able to calmly instruct his son to find him a whistle.  The whistle was used to summons help for other boaters in the area.  He was able to find a line and secure the boat to the tree in order to prevent the boat from drifting away from its current position.  His son did not sustain any injuries.  They were helped back to the ramp.


BARDID: MA-2015-0095
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:33:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Hatfield
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was cruising when heard a boom and then a popping sound.  The vessel stopped moving.  He looked over the transom and could see that the ALPHA 1 out drive that had been attached to his boom and popping sound he saw a large submerged log floating by and realized that was the object he collided with.  He decided to anchor the vessel and wait until morning to call for assistance as it was getting dark and he was getting tired from all the day's activities.  He admitted to drinking beer.  A passenger attempted to go forward on the vessel but sustained an injury when just forward of the windshield. His friend was taken off the boat and taken for treatment.  Another vessel arrived and took him in tow.  He was given field sobriety tests and a breath alcohol test about 2 hours after the accident occurred which he blow over the state limit of .08.  He was arrested for boating under the influence and unsafe operation.


BARDID: MA-2015-0096
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 struck moored vessel #2 causing property damage to vessel #2 only no injuries.

11/4/15 Waiting for more info from officer.

Upon further investigation the operator of vessel #1 submitted a report in the event he caused damage to vessel #2 but it was reported no damage was done to either vessels.  Unreportable accident.

1/14/15 After numerous calls from the officer Operator of Vessel #2 finally submitted an accident report indicating he had property damage to his vessel.


BARDID: MA-2015-0097
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-09-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Newburyport
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Bank sank on mooring.  Owner states his vessel may have been possibly hit by another vessel.  When he pulled the vessel out of the water he noticed damage on the corner of the port stern.  Vessel total loss.  No witnesses.  Unknown exactly what caused vessel to sink but when officer went and inspected the vessel there was evidence that the vessel could have possibly been hit by other vessel.


BARDID: MA-2015-0098
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alerton Harbor
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: mooring too close
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #1 found his vessel on his mooring damaged by what he believed was another vessel striking it.  No witnesses.  Unknown cause of accident and 2nd vessel involved.

Update 1/20/2016 Vessel #2 was also on mooring and unoccupied.  Vessel #1 dragged it's mooring and struck vessel #2.  


BARDID: MA-2015-0099
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-10-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:24:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Town River
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #6 caught fire and 5 other vessels were damaged and/or a total loss.  Waiting for more information from investigating officers.

1-29-16 Update:  The owner and his wife had spent the night on vessel #6 and were planning on removing it from the water for the season this same day.  Just prior to the fire the wife was blow drying her hair after a shower and the owner had removed the shore power cables and had started the engines.  The owner was making preparations to get underwater.  

The wife opened the hatch leading in the main salon (aft of the vessel) and saw thick smoke coming from a ventilation duct near the bed.  The overhead of the main salon was thick with smoke extending half way to the deck.  She ran from the vessel and alerted her husband and both got of the vessel unharmed.  The vessel burned and then sunk.   The fire started in the electrical wiring associated with the power outlet that was being used for the blow dryer.


BARDID: MA-2015-0100
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was drifting and fishing with 2 friends.  They were headed back in to shore when he observed a 6 foot wave coming behind them.  He tried to increase speed to get out of the way but the wave crashed over the stern of the vessel ejecting all parties into the water.  They were all wearing pfd's.  They were picked up by multiple boats in the area and transported to shore.    Operator sustained injury.  Vessel was totaled.


BARDID: MA-2015-0102
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-11-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:07:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rands Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was attached to shore power on it's dock and had been winterized and believed to be the cause of the explosion and fire which resulted in the total loss of both vessels.  Fire is being investigated by State Fire Marshall's Office.


BARDID: MA-2015-0103
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-11-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Mashpee
County: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
As operator approached breakwater to his home port he turned off autopilot and took the wheel.  Based on what he was seeing on his plotter he thought he was about a half mile out at the time of the accident.  The plotter was showing a location further out than the actual location.  The tide was exceptionally high and he didn't pick it up on his radar.  He was very familiar with this area and had navigated this inlet hundreds of times with little to no visibility in both fog and dark.  He struck the submerged east jetty on the port side of the vessel.  He lost the port motor and kept the starboard motor running.  He backed off the jetty and tried to run to the beach.  It couldn't be done.  They put their life jackets on and called mayday to CG.  He launched the life raft and ten minutes later CG came and picked them up.  Vessel total loss no injuries.


BARDID: MA-2015-0104
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was caught by wind and current while trying to dock his vessel and collided with 2 other vessels causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2015-0105
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-09-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:21:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Misery Island
NearestCityorTown: Beverly
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was travelling on plane towards vessel #2, did not see him came up behind him and ran right over him.  Witness in a nearby vessel pulled operator of vessel 32 out of the water and brought him to shore with the help on another vessel in area.  Operator of vessel #2 sustained injury.  His vessel was a total loss.  Operator of vessel #1 was criminally charged with failure to keep a proper lookout, fail to follow navigation rules while overtaking and fail to render assistance.


BARDID: MA-2015-0106
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2015-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:03:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel struck a submerged object and began to take on water.  MEP Boat crew and deployed a portable dewatering pump int the vessels engine compartment which was rapidly taking on water.  The vessels drive shaft had been pulled from the engine causing the flooding.  Sea Tow arrived and provided a wooden plug to stop the leak and towed it to shore.  No injuries property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2015-0108
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2015-11-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fore River
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Very little information was able to be obtained.  2 homeless men with a history of substance abuse problems took a dinghy off the beach and were rescued by a good samaritian who heard the parties in the water for yelling for help.  Men were injured.  Vessel was not recovered or identified.


BARDID: MA-2016-0001
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-03-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Nippenticket
NearestCityorTown: Bridgewater
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Initial report is 2 parties in water were removed by good Samaritan.  Both parties were injured.  Capsizing occurred after vessel straightened out coming out of circular "donut" style turns.  According to operator this occurred due to weight shifting of passenger in front of vessel causing it to capsize to port side.  Witness stated that it appeared as the speed of the canoe contributed to accident.  Pfd's on board but not worn by injured parties.  Operator was given a citation for operation of unregistered motorboat, no anchor or line, not wearing pfd's during mandatory wearage time of September 15th to May 15th.

Updated 4-8-16 Speed was determined by officer to be a contributing factor.


BARDID: MA-2016-0002
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-03-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fort Pond
NearestCityorTown: Lancaster
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
3-18-2016 Ongoing investigation.  Victim and his uncle had been at a party at a friend's house and decided to take a canoe on the property out to fish.  It is suspected the victim had been drinking alcohol.  The canoe capsized.  His uncle was able to swim to shore.  

Update 4-8-16 The survivor has not been able to be interviewed.  He has disappeared and his family has not been forth coming to his whereabouts.  Witnesses reported that the victim and the survivor had been drinking and playing pool previously to taking the canoe out to fish.  Victim was located deceased in the pond.  No charges as it appears to be an unfortunate accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0003
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-04-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wyman Pond
NearestCityorTown: Westminster
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Initial information is that Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 at night.

On 16-16-16 I received notification and final reports that the officer charged operator #1 with leave scene with property damage, negligent operation, speed violation, misleading a witness.

Operator of vessel #1 struck vessel #2 at an angle and speed that it was able to ramp onto it and continue it's momentum sliding down the stern therefore the officer determined that he estimates he was traveling about 20-25 mph.  Speed was greater than reasonable as his vision was obscured by bends in the waterway and other factors including trees, houses and being that it was dark at night time.  He did not maintain proper lookout to prevent the collision.  2 witnesses in their statements said they saw vessel #1 swerve just before the accident occurred indicating that he did see the boat prior to collision which is a direct contradiction of his statement.  He did not identify himself or provide a certificate of number.  He fled the scene.  He provided a false statement in writing.  Operator's unsafe operation was cause of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0004
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Charles River
NearestCityorTown: Newton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
As of 5/3/16 Preliminary information is that 2 boats totaled, burned right down to their hulls entirely from a overloaded electrical circuit.  Vessel #1 and vessel #2 were next to each other and both were hooked into the dock power with marine grade plugs.  Vessel #3 was beside vessel #4 with a finger dock between them.  Vessel #4 was plugged into the same dock power source but on the other side of the dock.

Update 7/15/16 State fire marshal's department examined the shore tie power pedestal and it is not believed to be the source of the fire.  The official determination of cause of fire is declared undetermined by their department.  A marine surveyor while examining vessel #2 discovered the "Hubbell" brand name shore tie cable bayonet connectors showed excessive wear.  It was also reported that this condition caused extensive heat transfer to occur within the connector which caused melting of the connector that resulted in a fire which spread to the surrounding vessels causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2016-0005
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-05-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Woods Hole
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
5/10/16 Preliminary information is that the operator made a hard right turn and struck a buoy and was ejected from his vessel.  His vessel continued to operate in a circular motion without anyone on board.  He swam back to the dock but was rescued out of the water by crew of the Woods Hole Oceanographic vessel, the Atlantis who happened to be tied up to the dock at that time.  He was injured.  An officer on the scene detected alcohol on his breath and several empty bottles of alcohol on the vessel.  A blood sample was not taken and because the man was injured field sobriety tests were not able to be done. Speed and inexperience cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0006
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-05-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and his wife were on board vessel preparing to get underway.   Wife was in process of feeding the anchor line into the rope locker while raising the anchor when she slipped and placed her hand on the anchor windlass which resulted in injury.  Human error is cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Duxbury Bay
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was leaving the harbor and just past can #7 channel marker buoy he had sun glare in his eyes and was having difficulty seeing the next channel marker.  His wife was standing next to him in front of the entrance to the cabin. They were unsure what speed they were travelling but agreed they were going fast and the boat was up on plane.  Operator was about to slow down when he left the channel and ran aground.  His wife was thrown forward into the cabin where she sustained injury. Operator thought there may be some damage to the motor.


BARDID: MA-2016-0008
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator lost control while trying to navigate Cohasset Narrows.  Struck overhead crossbeam and careened into rocks.  Substantial damage.  

6-22-16  Officer who is investigation this accident is out on family medical leave.  Awaiting for more information when he comes back.

7-8-16 Received completed report.  
Vessel lost steerage and was unable to turn.  While attempting to manipulate the steering mechanism they were still unable to turn the engine to maintain control.  The canopy of his vessel collided with the railroad bridge trestle causing the vessel to spin around and crash into the rocks on the side of the waterway entrance.  He instructed his friend to manually turn the engines in order to direct the propulsion of the propellers.  He was able to free the vessel off the rocks and bridge trestle and started making his way to the marina.  Both men were observed to have a strong odor of alcoholic beverage emanating from their persons which became stronger as they spoke.  Eyes were glassy, bloodshot and both appeared to slur their words as they spoke.  Each admitted to have a couple of beers while on the water.  

According to Atlance Marine there was a recall on 2016 Striper open console models due to a manufacturers recall but an installation error at the Striper factory which caused the loss of steering.  He was given a brand new vessel by the company.  Cause of accident manufacturing error.  Based no witnesses being able to place anyone as the operator of the boat at the time of the crash, as well as returning to the marina, no criminal charges will be brought against either men.


BARDID: MA-2016-0010
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-05-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Truro
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel had unknown mechanical problems forcing the operator to drop anchor off the beach.  Due to wind and wave action the vessel struck ground while at anchor overnight and was eventually stripped length-wise and swamped by the surf.  Vessel total loss.


BARDID: MA-2016-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:19:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Essex River
County: Essex
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
A homeless female operator boarded a vessel without permission that was not hers or known to the owner of the vessel.  She was seen by a witness, revving the engine repeatedly, leaving the  dock, serving several times.  She beached the boat 3 times.  He then went on with his fishing trip and 3 hours later came back and  the vessel and had partially capsized causing property damage.  The witness stated the woman seemed to be "out of it" perhaps on drugs or had a mental issue.  They left the scene.  She was later identified as a homeless woman.


BARDID: MA-2016-0012
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wyman Pond
NearestCityorTown: Westminister
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
4 persons were in a canoe when a pontoon vessel caused a wake so large that it capsized the canoe that was 25 feet from shore.  One on the persons were wearing a PFD but there was only 1 other available for the other 3 persons.  He was having difficulty swimming and could not stay with the canoe.  A person on a jet ski saw that the injured was having trouble in the water and pulled the injured from the water to the water front property.   The Pontoon vessel still has not been identified or the persons on board.  Witnesses stated that they were a large group of young adults on board.  Several patrols were initiated to try and find the Pontoon boat and the injured was brought to see some Pontoon boats that fit the description but could not identify any of them.


BARDID: MA-2016-0013
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Silver Lake
NearestCityorTown: Pembroke
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Drug
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Preliminary information according to an acquaintance that was fishing on a canoe is that the deceased caught a big fish and yelled over to him.  As he began to turn the canoe around he heard a splash and saw the victim in the water failing his arms.  He tried to get to him but he went under but did not surface.   Victim was a swimmer but did not wear a life jacket or have one on board. Body was recovered on June 5th 2 days later.

7/15/16 Still an ongoing investigation at this time.  Preliminary cause is drugs.  A glass marijuana pipe and burnt marijuana was found on board.  Awaiting tox results for final cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0014
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:52:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
A vessel was reported underway (drifting with 1 engine in clutch) without an operator by another vessel.  Vessel was boarded by USCG and no one was found on board.  Vessel was brought to shore by Tow Boat US.  Victim's body was recovered the next day.  Victim's wife advised that her husband had departed Barlow's Landing at 11am and was to return between 2 & 3 pm in order to go to dinner with the children. Victim battled substance abuse problems but wife thought he was currently dry.  On board was found a cup with a beverage that emanated an odor of an alcoholic beverage.  Also found was a bottle of vodka 3/4 full.  No known medical issues.

Alcohol use, operator inattention and heavy weather cause of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0015
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Town River Bay
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Carbon monoxide exposure
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
7/18/16 Preliminary information is that a male passenger jumped into water to free line from port engine propeller. He didn't know how to do it and he was advised by owner to unwrap it in the opposite direction of the propeller. He surfaced asked a question, then went under water again and did not re-surface. According to persons on board it was a very short time later they saw a vague image of victim drifting from starboard to port below the swim platform. His body was recovered about 4 hours later. The starboard engine was running the whole time. Owner said it idles at about 800 RPM's and there is an air pocket that you can put your head in under the swim platform.  Still pending results of autopsy/toxicology results.

ME result determined that carbon monoxide was a factor.

Cause of accident boat design - swim platform is also used to muffle the boats twin power plants exhaust at water level to allow the water to absorb the gasses. This exhaust system has a history for producing high concentrations of carbon monoxide. Starboard engine was idling during the event.


BARDID: MA-2016-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ford Pond
NearestCityorTown: Littleton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
7/18/16 Preliminary information is that a male resident of the pond recovered a body face down with no PFD approximately 25-30 feet off shore between his 2 docks in shallow water. At 10am the next morning he recovered a canoe and a kayak paddle about 10' from shore and 1 kayak paddles about 125' from shore . Deceased rented a cabin on the pond that came with use of kayaks and canoes. Several good quality life jackets were also available for use. Autopsy was view only by request of family due to religious beliefs. Operator inexperience is cause of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0017
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:04:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: South Watuppa Pond
NearestCityorTown: Fall River
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:
7/18/16 Preliminary information is that victim jumped off boat to swim. His wife noticed he needed help. No one on board could swim so they dialed 911 and ems arrived a couple minutes later. Had PFD on but came off in water. Victim was said to be an experienced swimmer. Body was recovered 3 days later. Waiting for autopsy results/tox results to determine cause of accident/death.

According to witnesses on board deceased donned a lifejacket and jumped off the boat headfirst into the water.   The life jacket stayed floating on top of the water after deceased disappeared under the water.  Cause of accident not properly wearing/securing his pfd.


BARDID: MA-2016-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-05-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 and #2 were both sailing in the annual Figawi Race upwind on starboard tack approximately 1 mile after the start.   Vessel #1 was 100 yards ahead and 3 to 4 boat lengths to leeward.  Vessel #1 tacked to port, fouled the jib to weather and fell onto port tack nearly stationary without steerage.  Vessel #2 approached on starboard overpowered by their sail selection.  Vessel #2 hailed starboard and vessel #1 hailed disabled.  Vessel #2 did not alter starboard course, attempt to slow down or tack.  

Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 under full sails power at 7-8 knots.  The bow came over the starboard rail (mid point) of vessel #1.   Vessel #2 did not stop his vessel to check on the damage or see if any injury and continued with the race and finished 2nd in his class.   Vessel #1 filed a protest with the race committee and a hearing with conducted.  Vessel #2 was disqualified from the race.

7/20/16 update this report was filed with the MEP recently and the officer is trying to contact the operator of vessel #2 for more information to complete the case.

Officer determined that both vessels could have taken steps to avoid the accident.  Race committee stated that Vessel #1 failed to keep clear of vessel #2 and that vessel #2 failed to alter course earlier or to tack.


BARDID: MA-2016-0022
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Weymouth Fore River
NearestCityorTown: Weymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a re can off Yacht Club.  The collision caused his passenger to fall overboard.  Operator and passenger were slurring words and appeared to be heavily under the influence of alcohol.  The vessel was littered with beer cans.  Both refused medical treatment.  Heavy damage to vessel.  Harbor master charged operator with negligent operation, failing to keep a proper lookout and not having any working or valid night distress signaling device on board.


BARDID: MA-2016-0023
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mascuppic Lake
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 failed to maintain a proper forward lookout, failed to operate at a safe speed given the conditions at the time the accident occurred on the lake ie glare from the sun/waves and struck vessel #2 causing injuries and damage. Victim was thrown into the water and the operator of vessel #1 towed him back to shore while he was holding on his PWC. 

Vessel #2 was approaching on the port side and operator of vessel #1 failed to give way violating navigational rules. Operator of vessel #1 was criminally charged with unsafe operation of a motorboat.


BARDID: MA-2016-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was sailing back to harbor with rail down and vessel #2 was sailing out of harbor when they collided in a fog bank on a rainy afternoon.  Vessel #2 bow struck vessel #1 toe rail.  Both vessel received property damage.


BARDID: MA-2016-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:52:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lynn Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Lynn
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel capsized while operator and passenger were anchored fishing.  Water was splashing in over the stern through the opening near his outboard motor.  Water entered the vessel at a rate that was too great for his bilge pump.  Tried to bail water but officer believed this made the situation worse by the additional weight of the persons to the stern lowered the stern and increased the flow of water in.  The vessel slowly overturned sending operator and passenger into water.  Parties were able to climb on board overturned vessel and summons help via cell phone.  When asked if the vessel was anchored via the stern or the bow the operator stated the back.  Improper anchoring in unfavorable conditions.  There was an active small craft advisory issues to all mariners at the time of accident.  Both parties refused treatment by EMS personnel.


BARDID: MA-2016-0027
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Canal
NearestCityorTown: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Weather
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator's engine failed and due to high winds and current drifted into and struck rocks. His passenger fell off the bow and sustained injury.


BARDID: MA-2016-0028
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Vineyard Sound
NearestCityorTown: Chimmark/Aquinnah
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was pulling into harbor when he pulled back on throttles and noticed black smoke coming from the exhaust.  His son opened the cabin door and yelled there is smoke in the cabin.  Operator put vessel in reverse to get away from the harbor entrance. He gave the wheel to a passenger.  He went down and opened engine room hatch.  A small flame on bottom of hatch.  He put that out with salt water.  No smoke or excessive heat was found in the engine room.  Smoke was coming from the electric panel door which is directly above the engine room hatch.  He sprayed the extinguisher up behind electrical panel.  7 people were offloaded onto the harbor master's vessel.   Operator stayed on board to try and find source of fire until the smoke was to heavy to breathe.  He jumped on a boat about 25 feet off his stern.  Vessel was dragged by it's anchor to beach by harbor master and town fire department was on scene.  Fire eventually burned out.


BARDID: MA-2016-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:01:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: White Lily Pond
NearestCityorTown: Otis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Preliminary information is that a mother and her son were on a paddle boat and the mother decided to take a dip and jumped in the water.  Almost immediately her son heard gurgling and said his mother was struggling and jumped in after her. He was not able to swim and could not save her.  Owner of the paddle boat and residence of the home that the victim was vacationing heard cries for help and rescued the son.  Mother was already deceased.  No wearable pfd's were used.  2 type iv throwable pfd's.  Still under investigation.


BARDID: MA-2016-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Eel Pond
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator's vessel was struck by a drawbridge because he failed to adhere to MA Code of regulations "A motorboat shall not be operated at more than headway speed when the operator's vision is obscured under a bridge, or by bends or curves, or in any other manner, Navigation Inland rules 2,4 and 5, and did not maintain a proper lookout.  This particular bridge works on a signal system.  When hailing this bridge from a boat by VHF radio you use channel 13.  Operator's radio was on channel 18 when vessel was inspected after the crash.  Operator did not speak to the bridge operator and the bridge operator did not recall speaking to this vessel.  Multiple vessels can call for an opening however only one vessel gets logged as requesting.  Operator admitted to not seeing or wasn't looking for the signal lights at the draw bridge.  Witnesses stated that operator was proceeding towards draw bridge when the signal light was illuminated red.  Operator was cited for failure to adhere to navigation rules.


BARDID: MA-2016-0031
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Little Pleasant Bay
NearestCityorTown: Orleans
County: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: bilge pump
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was heating south through narrows when he observed water in transom.  Opened Bilge and it was full.  Started bailing out water and when he realized his vessel was sinking he attempted to return to port.  Vessel sank.  All parties on board abandoned vessel and returned to shore.  Vessel totalled no injuries.


BARDID: MA-2016-0035
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Andover
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Lawrence Fire Department had been training on the river in their fire boat. They observed the victim in his kayak on their way out and waved to him. On the way back approximately 20 minutes later they observed the over turned kayak with the oar in the water next to the kayak. The kayak was empty. Approximately 20 minutes later they saw the top of a person's head bobbing up and down in the water. They could see the crown of his head. He was retrieved but later died.


BARDID: MA-2016-0037
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:51:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #2 stopped suddenly to look for operator #1. Operator #2 was struck by operator #1 causing injury to operator #2 and as a result was ejected off his PWC. 

Property damage to both vessels. Victim sustained injury. 

Accident was a result of both parties failure to maintain a proper lookout. Written warnings were given to both operators.


BARDID: MA-2016-0038
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Maspenok
NearestCityorTown: Hopkinton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
The son of the owner of the vessel borrowed the boat and had been pulling a tube with 2 people on it. The tube had flipped and the operator turned the boat around to go back to the parties and in the water. A passenger on the boat pulled the tube closer to the boat to try and flip. Operator stated he shut off engine and one of the persons in the water somehow kicked the prop, sustaining injury. The father stated that the prop was very sharp because it was brand new. The injured party said the prop was still going and sucked him in. The officer determined that the engine was running and the operator acted negligently by not keeping a proper lookout for his passengers whereabouts in the water therefore putting them in serious danger by leaving the engine running during their retrieval from the water at the stern of the vessel. He was issued a civil citation for same.


BARDID: MA-2016-0039
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manchester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #2's vessel ran aground at the edge of the channel.  In the process of freeing the vessel he struck vessel #2 causing property damage to vessel #1.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2016-0040
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-27 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinsigamond
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Storm
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was docked, unoccupied.  Vessel #2 hit their dock and vessel causing property damage only.  Operator/vessel #2 could not be identified.  Unknown time.


BARDID: MA-2016-0041
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wareham river
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Sailing vessel ran aground on rocks and preparations were being made to stay and await the tide change. At 11:40pm The vessel was now under engine power and was free of rocks being guided back into the channel by the harbor master. 

As they were travelling back to the channel they struck a rock causing 3 of the passengers to be thrown forward. Two passengers noted injuries. Operator was going to have a diver inspect his keel but at this time he did not think he had any damages. The initial grounding was a result of transiting outside of the well-marked channel in a very rocky and shallow area of the harbor.


BARDID: MA-2016-0042
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Menemsha Pond
NearestCityorTown: Chilmark
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 became distracted while giving instructions to an inexperienced wake boarder he was towing and struck vessel #2 a work boat/barge causing damage as well extensive damage to his oyster harvesting machinery aboard the barge.   No injuries.  Damage to vessel #1 also.  Operator of vessel #1 received a written warning for unsafe operation of a motorboat.


BARDID: MA-2016-0043
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:10:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Curlew Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
A witness saw a capsized canoe and a man swimming back to the canoe.  Before he reached the canoe he started flailing his arms and calling for help.  One of the witnesses swam to the victim and once he made it to the canoe the victim was under water.  He could not pick up victim from under the water (he was a large man) until a female party swam out to assist bring victim to shore.   CPR was performed on scene, breathing was provided by Ambu bag and an artificial airway.  An officer used the AED on scene but advised no shock but recommended that compressions be harder.   Attempts were made to clear victim’s airway.  He was taken to the hospital and was pronounced deceased at 01:02 pm.  Witnesses also stated that the victim was paddling from the stern.  The front of the canoe was out of the water.  Victim seemed to be having difficulty.  Under investigation.

Canoe had no hull number or manufacturer information on it.


BARDID: MA-2016-0044
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Farnum Rock
NearestCityorTown: Marshfield
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Lobster line tangled on motor causing transom to face the seas.  Boat swamped and then sank.  Vessel total loss.


BARDID: MA-2016-0046
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
2 vessels collided during a race due to sustained winds of 17 and gust to 23.  Caused minor property damage.  1 injury to passenger who fell onto deck as result of collision was injured.


BARDID: MA-2016-0047
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:38:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Lowell
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator borrowed a PWC (pwc was gone from the scene when EMS/PD arrived) and struck a granite wall causing personal injury to himself. Operator did not know who owned the PWC. Witnesses at the scene would not provide any information and were uncooperative. Operator admitted to consuming 2-3 beers but blood work showed he was not intoxicated.


BARDID: MA-2016-0051
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wareham River
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was proceeding north/northeast up the river and vessel #2 heading southwest produced a large wake.  As the wake travelled over toward vessel #1 operator turned into the wake at a 75 degree angle in an effort to minimize the disruption.  The vessel came down hard at least 3x.  Injured was airborne prior to the 3rd wave and became injured after coming down.  Neither operator or injured on vessel #1 could provided a detailed discription of the vessel which caused the wake only that it was a cabin type vessel with 4 male parties aboard. Officer determined that most likely than not the operator of the cabin type vessel would be held responsible for the wake that caused this injury.


BARDID: MA-2016-0052
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was at anchor, unoccupied.  it is suspected it was side swiped by another vessel.  No witnesses hit and run damage only.  2nd vessel unknown information.


BARDID: MA-2016-0053
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
A boat was on it's mooring and caught on fire.  Vessel was a total loss.  Owner had been having problems with bilge pump staying on.


BARDID: MA-2016-0054
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 when he tried to maneuver in tight quarters causing property damage to vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2016-0055
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gloucester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was in process of launching out of his slip using the rear control station located at the aft deck of the vessel. White in reverse he maneuvered his vessel around the end of the Marina backing into an open area between two docks. He gave the throttle a quick thrust forward before returning to neutral. This gave him time to move to the fly bridge control station. He then disengaged the rear control station and moved to the controls of the fly bridge. Once at the fly bridge he noticed the vessel was still moving in reverse and apparently gaining speed. He was unable to engage the fly bridge control station to make corrective actions. He ran back down to the rear control station as his vessel was making contact with the dock and several vessels. He was unable to gain control of the vessel at the rear station. He then moved into the cabin and was finally able to stop the vessels momentum. This accident resulted in a domino effect damaging 5 other vessels and 300 linear feet of dock and seven pilings in need of being replaced.   

Vessel 6 was in the same vicinity but was not struck or damaged. Officer determined that he could not conclude if the accident was the result of operator error or a mechanical/electrical failure with the throttles. Owner had newly purchased vessel.  Video and witness statements seemed to validate operator's statement he was having issues with the controls of the vessel.


BARDID: MA-2016-0056
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Freetown
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 struck a kayak and a boy causing minor property damage and injury. Operator did not see or hear the 12 children on boat his vessel trying to warn him due to the noise of the engine. Operator was cited children under 12 without life jackets and warning for negligent operation (failing to keep a proper lookout).


BARDID: MA-2016-0057
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Duxbury Bay
NearestCityorTown: Duxbury
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Weather
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
2 men were rowing a dinghy from the shore to their boat which was tied to a mooring approximately 200 yards off shore. The wind made progress difficult and they were approximately 3/4 the way when injured decided to enter the water and swim the rest of the way. Upton entering the water the dinghy capsized resulting in both men in the water. Beth men swam to a moored boat and held on to the transom. They were unable to climb aboard and their dinghy swamped and drifted out of reach. A witness from shore started to swim out to the men but was unable to reach them. Injured could not climb into the harbor master's boat by himself.  No life jackets were worn by either party or on board. Vessel was later retrieved by harbor master.


BARDID: MA-2016-0058
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Harwich
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Two persons were fishing when the wind increased. They stood up to switch positions and fell overboard in rough seas. The female struck the tiller of the electric motor when she fell over causing it to switch into reverse gear. Beth parties were in the water for a significant amount of time. They were rescued by a good samaritan. Female passenger was injured. Male passenger had no injuries. Neither party were wearing life jackets and they were tethered to the vessel. Alcohol was consumed however it appeared to be minimal i.e. 2 beers. Vessel was newly purchased and type of vessel new to parties. Operator inexperience cause of this accident and not wearing life jackets. Vessel was located circling on it's own.


BARDID: MA-2016-0059
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Shirley
NearestCityorTown: Lunenburg
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
There was a person operating a PWC while towing a person on a jet board. This is illegal in MA. They were heading back to shore the person seated on the PWC was operating the controls. The person on the hover board lost control and spun into a dive back towards the pwc and struck the port bow. He was injured. A written warning was given to the operator of the PWC for violation of MA Law prohibiting towing on a PWC.


BARDID: MA-2016-0060
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Essex River
NearestCityorTown: Essex
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was racing 2 other vessels in the mooring field in the "no wake zone" when he struck vessel #2 causing property damage to both vessels.  An off duty policeman who witnessed the accident went over to the scene to see if anyone was hurt.  Operator of vessel #1 fled the scene.  Witness took the registration numbers and called 911.  Operator saw him making a phone call and as a result turned the vessel aiming it at him and his family.  He accelerated towards them shouting obscenities and took off.  The USCG located the vessel with substantial damage to the bow.  Operator was arrested for assault w/dangerous weapon (boat), negligent operation of vessel, and leaving the scene of property damage.  USCG administered a portable breath test; results were over the limits and as a result they will be citing operator for boating under the influence.  MEP cited operator with unregistered operation (expired) and fail to report accident as he did not fill out the boating accident report.


BARDID: MA-2016-0061
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Woods Hole
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to operator of vessel #1 2 speedboats appeared to be racing caused a large wake which injured 2 of the passengers. 

Active investigation as vessel #2 had not been identified yet. This incident occurred right next to the CG Station Woods hole but instead of calling the CG for assistance the operator decided to go back to Martha's Vineyard and call for help when they got to shore.

After a very lengthy investigation 2 vessels were identified by witnesses on board vessel #1 via a photo array. Operators/owners of these vessels were charged with wake/distance violation, fail to signal when overtaking another vessel and reckless negligent operation of a vessel (operating at a high rate of speed in a congested and difficult to navigate channel). The case went to a show-cause hearing with the Falmouth District Court and the clerk did not find probable cause for the case to move forward and all charges were dismissed.

Wife and owner of Vessel #1 conducted their own investigation and showed pictures of vessels they perceived to the vessels involved in the accident to witnesses before their photo array at MEP headquarters.
Wife and owner of Vessel #1 conducted their own investigation and showed pictures of vessels they perceived to the vessels involved in the accident to witnesses before their photo array at MEP headquarters.


BARDID: MA-2016-0062
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck rocks and sunk causing total loss of vessel.  No injuries.  Operator did not recognize the significance of a isolated danger buoy.  Operator made an navigational error in piloting his vessel.


BARDID: MA-2016-0063
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Scituate Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator took a sharp right turn "playing around and did not warn his passengers beforehand" when he and a passenger were ejected over the rail on the port side of the vessel. Injured party knew something was wrong right away. Operator told remaining passenger on the vessel to kill the engine while the 2 swam to the vessel. Subject struck prop and was injured. She was pulled on board by remaining passenger. Operator admitted to drinking 2-3 beers and passed the portable breathalyzer test. He was however arrested for negligent operation of a motorboat.


BARDID: MA-2016-0064
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Boon
NearestCityorTown: Stow
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: low water level
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was moored to dock.   It is suspected wakes from passing vessels caused his vessel to bang into an old mill stone located underwater at the shoreline sustaining a small hole in the keel, took on water and sunk.  This is usually not an issue but water level at this time was very low due to drought.  Vessel total loss.


BARDID: MA-2016-0066
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: New Bedford Harbor
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was moored when vessel #2 struck and caused property damage to vessel #1.  Operator was involved in fixing something on the vessel.  Operator wasn't sure if he told passenger to take the controls while he was doing this.  Inattention cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0068
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
A passing boater found an unmanned boat running. He disabled the fuel line and called the harbor master. A search and rescue began. Operator was found floating on his back near the entrance to the Plymouth Harbor Channel approximately 150 yards east of the #1 buoy. Rescuers observed the injured having very limited motor skills.

Operator noticed the pontoons were under deflated and stood up and attempted to move forward toward the bow. He positioned himself to use the Manuel air pump but a wave had rocked the vessel enough for him to lose his balance and fall over the port side into the water. He was in the water for 3 hours before he was rescued. He was not wearing a life jacket. He had a kill switch lanyard attached to his belt but was ineffective due to the separation of the cord from the key.


BARDID: MA-2016-0069
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Beaver Lake
NearestCityorTown: Ware
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was at anchor with children jumping off the back of the vessel to swim.  A toddler was sitting at the steering console and activated the engine.   Two people were injured.  Ignition key left in while swimmers were in water.


BARDID: MA-2016-0070
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plum Island
NearestCityorTown: Newbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 and vessel #2 failed to maintain headway speed (6 mph) and collided coming around a sharp turn in opposite directions.  Vessel #1 was a total loss and vessel #2 sustained minor damage.  No injuries.   Excessive speed was cause of accident.  Both operator's were at fault in this accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0074
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Stage Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was in the process of moving the boat out into deeper water by adjusting the boats anchor. The boat wasn't moving however according to the operator the boat might have been in clutch reverse when the incident occurred. Injured had been on the beach when she went into the water and started swimming around the boat. She was close to the back of the boat when  she became injured by the propeller. 

All parties had been drinking beer including the injured. she consumed 5 drinks. Operator consumed 2 or 3 beers but was reported not drunk. No breathalyser was given to the operator. Most likely a citation will be issued to operator for failing to maintain a lookout. 

Still under investigation.

After a lengthy investigation and discussions with the ADA Barnstable Courty it was determined that it did meet the level for criminal prosecution. Upon review of the navigational charts of the town of Chatham in the coastal waters of the Commonwealth in conjunction with the COLREGS it was identified that the International rules of navigation apply in the area in which the accident occurred. MA Boating Regulations only allow for citing of navigation violations for rule2 and therefore rule 5 for inland colregs rules therefore MEP was unable to issue a civil citation for lapse in his lookout operations
After a lengthy investigation and discussions with the ADA Barnstable Courty it was determined that it did meet the level for criminal prosecution.  Upon review of the navigational charts of the town of Chatham in the coastal waters of the Commonwealth in conjunction with the COLREGS it was identified that the International rules of navigation apply in the area in which the accident occurred.  MA Boating Regulations only allow for citing of navigation violations for rule2 and therefore rule 5 for inland colregs rules therefore MEP was unable to issue a civil citation for lapse in his lookout operations.


BARDID: MA-2016-0075
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Amesbury
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was operating on plane at approximately 15 mph in a no wake zone with an improper lookout when he collided with vessel #2 that was waiting by the boat ramp outside the channel.  Both vessels were significantly damaged.  Operator of vessel #2 sustained minor injuries to his face and back.  

An off duty policeman from another town was operator of vessel #2.  Operator of vessel #1 attempted to leave the scene but police officer insisted they remain on scene till the harbormaster arrived.  Alcohol was onboard and consumed by passengers on vessel #1 but it was not determined that the operator had been drinking.  He was arrested for excessive speed and improper lookout.


BARDID: MA-2016-0076
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hog Island Channel
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Passenger was sitting in the front of the vessel with her back to the bow holding onto the railings.  Vessel hit a couple of swells and rollers and she was propelled up into the air both the vessel went up but the 2nd time she came down hard and hit the vessel  and became injured.


BARDID: MA-2016-0077
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manchester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
2 students taking a sailing lesson capsized the sailboat they were on. They fell out and the boom struck one of the students causing injury.


BARDID: MA-2016-0078
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 04:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Vineyard Haven Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Vineyard Haven
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 a male struck 3 other vessels and caused major property damage to all boats and a dock.  He was charged with boat operate oui, Negligent operation, liquor person under 21, leave scene of accident personal injury, and 3 charges of leave scene of property damage.

Still under investigation.

The Dukes County District Attorneys Office and the Defense attorney reached an out of court settlement.  Commonwealth would not be seeking further charges as restitution had been made for damage to all boat/property owners.


BARDID: MA-2016-0079
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: North River
NearestCityorTown: Marshfield
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was docked when it was struck by vessel #2 a rented vessel causing property damage.

According to officer conflicting reports to actually what occurred.  Owner of rented vessel stated that operator of rented boat struck vessel #1 causing property damage.  Operator of vessel #2 admits he was inexperienced, the current was strong and the vessel did drift very close to vessel #1 but there were 2 people on the same dock that fended off and kept the vessels from hitting. 

 Operator of vessel #2 denied colliding with vessel #1.  No one was on board vessel #1 nor did anyone from the Marina staff witness the accident. The rental pontoon vessel was in rough condition and did have an overall appearance of being very worn.  Owner could not point out any specific damage that occurred the day of the accident.  Officer could not determine via any witnesses or damage to vessels that vessel #2 collided with vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2016-0080
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ipswich Bay
NearestCityorTown: Ipswich
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had been operating intoxicated and struck a moored vessel causing property damage.  Operator charged with boat oui liquor, negligent operation and headway speed operation.


BARDID: MA-2016-0081
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-08-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Bay
NearestCityorTown: Truro
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While cruising wave came over port bow, passenger stood up and added weight to port bow and vessel capsized and sank.  No injuries.  Total loss of vessel.  Officer received copy of Florida registration and there was no hin number listed on it.


BARDID: MA-2016-0082
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-27 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bass River
NearestCityorTown: South Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 causing property damage.  Left accident without notifying owner of vessel #2 was witnessed by another party.  Witness was not sure of exact time but sometime around dusk.  Not determined who was operating at the time of accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0083
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Bay
NearestCityorTown: Rock Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 was inexperienced trying to dock the when he tried to put the engine in neutral but the vessel jolted forward and struck vessel #1 causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2016-0085
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: North Hampton
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
2 PWC's collided causing operator of vessel #1 to sustain a severely fractured right leg.  Unknown cause of accident or 2nd operator/vessel.  Hit and run.  Officer was unable to confirm who owned vessel #1 as it was released to the operator on his word that he owned it.  It was not registered in his name and the current person it was registered to was unable to be contacted.  Operator was sent a citation for not filling out a bar and not registering the PWC in his name.


BARDID: MA-2016-0087
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:24:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Herring Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
2 men decided to swim off a boat that was drifting no anchored. One man was able to swim back to the boat but the other man could not and died. There was a female on board the vessel at the time but she did not know how to operate the boat. Victim was found by side scan sonar the next day. Operator inexperience and no type IV PFD being on board contributed to this accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0088
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-10-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:04:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Morses Pond
NearestCityorTown: Wellesley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim had been working at a home landscaping.  During the lunch break Victim decided to use the kayak which was on the beach of the waterfront property belonging to the owner of the residence.  He paddled out about 100 yards when the canoe capsized and the victim went into the water.  He began to swim toward shore, flipped onto his back and then began to struggle and disappear from sight.  A co worker on shore thrown him a small floating inflatable raft but it did not reach him.  He called 911.  Victim's body was recovered about 45 yards from shore at 4:10pm that afternoon.  Cause of accident operator inexperience and not wearing a pfd.


BARDID: MA-2016-0089
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-11-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:25:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
A male victim was found deceased on the shoreline.  His kayak and life jacket were found nearby about 500 yards from body.  Unknown cause of accident.  No witnesses.


BARDID: MA-2016-0090
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnstable Harbor
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
According to operator they were fishing with the motor turned off.  A whale watch boat came by and the waves from his wake came over the back of breaking the divider wall.  Boat was rocking and taking on water.  Motor got swamped under the waves and would not start.  Boat sank in less than 1 minute.


BARDID: MA-2016-0091
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Congested waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was struck by another sailing vessel and left the accident.  Unknown identity or vessel.


BARDID: MA-2016-0092
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Dorchester Bay
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a channel marker in Boston Harbor causing substantial property damage to his vessel.  Boat sank and occupants of vessel were picked up by Boston Harbor Patrol and brought to shore to be evaluated for injuries but none sustained.  Operator was using his cell phone for navigation.


BARDID: MA-2016-0093
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 a vessel hailing out of Cayman Islands raised its anchor in order to depart and struck vessel #2.  Vessel #1 disputes the amount of damage Vessel #2 claims he received.  No injuries.  Due to the owners both residing out of the country certain information was not able to be obtained as well as reporting the information after the incident occurred and both had left the country.


BARDID: MA-2016-0094
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-08-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 a rented PWC was operating negligently, failed to maintain a proper lookout jumped off his PWC when he realized he was going to collide with vessel #1 causing property damage to both vessels.  He was sore but did not seek any medical assistance.  

He was cited for negligent operation of a PWC, improper lookout and failure to submit BAR.


BARDID: MA-2016-0095
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Newbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel ran aground. Operator unfamiliar with the water way and the vessel was traveling east directly into the sunlight making visibility difficult. There was also an astronomical low tide as a result of the autumn equinox. She was in the process of slowing down as she approached a designated no wake zone when she misread the color of the channel markers and went to the wrong side of the #11 marker subsequently striking the sandbar. There were injuries. No damage to vessel.


BARDID: MA-2016-0096
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Continental Marina
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tied to dock and unoccupied when the Onset Fire Department arrived to it being completely in flames and the vessel next to it vessel #2 was smoldering but not on fire.  The fires were extinguished.  Vessel #1 began to flood and sink due to the water used to extinguish it and it was removed from the water and brought to the Police Department impound facility.  

Cause of fire unknown according to Fire Department but most likely worn electrical connections on the shore ties.  The components involved were destroyed and no evidentiary value except 1 plug connection which revealed corrosion.  He wasn't able to determine if it was in that condition before the fire or did it occur on account of the fire fighting efforts.  Official cause of fire is undermined.


BARDID: MA-2016-0097
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Cuttyhunk
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Due to high waves and winds the vessel became flooded and was swamped.  They were rescued by Cuttyhunk Fire Department with no injuries.


BARDID: MA-2016-0098
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:56:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Stockbridge Bowl
NearestCityorTown: Stockbridge
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was in the water when her paddle board was blown away by the wind. She was unable to reach it by swimming. Lost sight of board and became injured through exhaustion.


BARDID: MA-2016-0099
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-10-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
While attempting to return to Harbor once at the entrance known as Chatham Bar operator noticed large waves.  He decided to wait outside the bar for a lull in the seas when a rogue wave swept his vessel from behind causing the bow to plunge under water and eventually capsizing the vessel.  Both operator and his son were ejected from vessel.  They were not wearing life jackets and were not injured.  Chatham Harbormaster's office pulled them from the water.


BARDID: MA-2016-0100
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-10-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plesant Bay
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator launched his vessel and was driving and decided to turn around due to weather.  While he was transiting back to boat ramp he took a large turn and heard a loud noise from the engine.  He lifted his engine to inspect damage and noticed his prop was damaged along with the engines lower unit.  He lowered his engine to the operating speed and continued at a slow speed to ramp.  Operator said the channel was poorly marked and that morning was an extreme low tide.


BARDID: MA-2016-0101
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-10-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Mattapoisett
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored fishing and struck by vessel #2 was sailing.  Vessel #2 did not stop.  After 20 minutes the owner of vessel #1 was able to catch up to and stop the vessel to exchange information.  Failure to achieve adequate sight due to being blocked by main sail and operator inexperience cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2016-0103
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-11-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Provincetown
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
A MEP Sgt was approached by 2 parties who informed him of an overdue vessel.  3 parties overdue on the vessel.  USCG and MEP conducted search.  No vessel or any bodies/persons recovered.  Families have not filed missing person reports.  No other information available.


BARDID: MA-2016-0104
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2016-09-15 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Charlestown
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was struck sometime mid September, unknown exact date and time.  Reported to this agency in November.  Hit and run unknown cause.


BARDID: MA-2016-0105
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2016-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: White Island Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and passenger were out on a canoe fishing when it capsized due to waves and dog moving around. Operator and passenger were  injured.  Canoe was not recovered. Owner only had bill of sale from a 2nd party with a partial hin number. He bought it off Craig's list 8 years ago.


BARDID: MA-2017-0001
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-02-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bass River
NearestCityorTown: Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
OtherEquipmentFailure: drain plug
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Preliminary information is a male party was recovered from a capsized vessel and was injured.

Operator launched his vessel and about 15 minutes until the voyage he noticed the back of his vessel filling with water.  He attempted to return to shore when the vessel rolled over.  He was able to climb on top of the vessel.  He drifted until about 4am the next day when he was located by the Coast Guard Helicopter and pulled from the water.   Upon inspection of the vessel the officer noted that the rubber drain plug fit very loosely.


BARDID: MA-2017-0002
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-04-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator tipped over his sailboat due to wind gust.  Sailboat capsized was in water for 20-25 minutes before he was rescued.  He was injured.


BARDID: MA-2017-0003
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-04-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mystic River
NearestCityorTown: Amelia Earhart Dam
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Overloading
AccidentCause3: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator launched his newly purchased Pontoon fishing boat to fish for striped bass.  His boat capsized causing him to enter the water along with his fishing gear.  

The gear was lost and he was pulled from the water, injured, by the fire department and the state police marine unit.  

Operator was claiming there was a manufacturer fault that caused this accident.  In conclusion the investigator determined that operator inexperience and error caused this accident.  

The vessel was also overloaded, not loaded correctly and the motor he was using far exceeded the recommended size.


BARDID: MA-2017-0004
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-04-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Annisquam River
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
A passing vessel responded to a distress call and arrived on scene shortly after pulling 3 people from the water onto his boat.  They were injured.  Owner/operator had recently purchased vessel.  He was heading back and noticed the wind picked up and the sea conditions had worsened.  Waves forced his vessel onto a sandbar.  All three passengers excited the grounded vessel, wearing life jackets and attempted to get to shore without success.  They were rescued a short time later.  The vessel was unregistered and he was issued a verbal warning for operating an unregistered vessel.


BARDID: MA-2017-0005
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-05-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner had recently purchased vessel and was the 1st time taking it out.  While heading back to port he noticed excessive water in the boat and determined there was a leak in the cooling system of inboard engine.  Vessel was starting to sink when Harbor master arrived and extricated all four persons from the water with injury.  Vessel sank completely. 


BARDID: MA-2017-0006
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-05-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:44:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Pond
NearestCityorTown: Eastham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
5/11/17 Preliminary information 

According to a witness operator was heading back towards the boat ramp in a flat bottom vessel with an electric trolling motor, 45 thrust.  The vessel was sitting low in the water moving slow and appeared to be swamped. 

He then saw the operator enter the water and yell for help and attempts were made to rescue the victim but were unsuccessful. He went under and was unable to be located. 

He was recovered about 1 1/2 later by dive time approximately 120 feet from shore and in 15 ft of water. He was not wearing a life jacket. 

Victim was a man of large stature who had a battery along with gear at the back of the vessel were he was sitting with no weight in the front.  Improper loading cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2017-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-05-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Green Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Marshfield
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
6-9-17 Waiting on information from Officer to complete.

Owner had been working on vessel during the afternoon and early evening hours, then departed Marina for home.  That evening the vessel was engulfed in flames.  Fire department used foam and water.  Vessel eventually sank.  No history of previous mechanical or electrical malfunctions that would indicated danger of fire occurring.  He was not working on anything flammable that could produce a flame.  No video on property to aid investigation.  Fire department inspected scene and could not determine cause of fire.


BARDID: MA-2017-0008
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-05-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:04:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dorchester Bay
NearestCityorTown: Dorchester
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
A group of 6 persons met after work to go jet skiing.  Sea conditions were windy and choppy.  Approximately 1 mile off the beach vessel #2 encountered a wave that caused him to collide with vessel #1 who was drifting talking to a friend.  

He collided with the right side of vessel #1 causing the operator to be ejected off his PWC.  Operator of vessel #1 was conscious at this point and swam back to his machine, he tried to climb back on and fell to the side blacking out.  He was injured.  
 Investigator determined that no negligence or erratic behavior occurred therefore no charges would be filed and this accident was caused by a wave.


BARDID: MA-2017-0009
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Wood's Hole
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was travelling about 12 mph when he struck something below water line causing property damage to vessel.


BARDID: MA-2017-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:28:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Friends went out fishing for strippers when the weather turned bad they attempted to turn around when a large wave capsized the vessel.  Passenger sustained injury when the boat capsized.    Operator disappeared and was found at a later date when he washed up on a beach.  Neither men were wearing life jackets.


BARDID: MA-2017-0013
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-19 00:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Wife of deceased reported her husband missing earlier in the day who had been out on his dighny.  His body washed ashore onto the beach. No witnesses so it is unknown what occurred.  It is most likely he tried to get into his skiff or fell out of the skiff transiting.  Not wearing a lifejacket.  


BARDID: MA-2017-0014
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-06-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Five Mile Pond
NearestCityorTown: Springfield
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
A passenger was sitting on the bow and the vessel began to take on water as the operator accelerated and the vessel flooded and sank.


BARDID: MA-2017-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-04-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Wintrhop
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel hit a rock due to navigation system route caused property damage only.   Operator noted that the route suggested by his GPS was cause of this accident as the rock was not noted on it.


BARDID: MA-2017-0017
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mystic River
NearestCityorTown: Somerville
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a submerged object at low tide causing a total loss to vessel.  He stated he knows that area of river and has travelled at low tide many times.


BARDID: MA-2017-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hamilton Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Holland
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Parties involved were doing donuts and jumping wakes when they collided.  1st aide at scene of accident.    Operator #2 was injured upon impact. Both PWC's were unregistered and a written warning was given to the owner for same as well as allowing negligent operation.  Operator's were given written warnings for unregistered operation and negligent operation.


BARDID: MA-2017-0020
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Longmeadow
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim dove off back of vessel to swim but was unaware of how shallow the water was and suffered injury.


BARDID: MA-2017-0021
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-06-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chebacco Lake
NearestCityorTown: Hamilton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was drifting with a tube attached when vessel #1 struck vessel #2 causing property damage.  One passenger on vessel #2 sustained injury.  Operator of vessel #1 did not stop when accident occurred.  She was uncooperative and belligenet with law enforcement.  She returned the BAR form incomplete.  


Operator of vessel #1 was charged by the local Police Department with negligent operation, leaving the scene of personal injury and property damage.  MEP cited this operator with unregistered motorboat.


BARDID: MA-2017-0023
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 while sailing causing extensive damage no injuries.  No Hin number for vessel #1 or vessel #2 (a custom built sailboat)


BARDID: MA-2017-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Amesbury
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 turned and did not see vessel #1 and struck it causing property damage to vessel #1.  No damages.


BARDID: MA-2017-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Lowell
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was travelling downstream when vessel #2 turned to port and struck the victim and his PWC.    

Operator of vessel #2 was knocked into the water.   Vessel #1 left the scene of accident immediately.  The officer noted that at the time of the accident there were many PWC's operating all over the river too many to count.  No one knew who took the victim to shore or who the other operator was.  

After an extensive investigation which is still ongoing the Detective was given information for a suspect vessel and operator.  A crash reconstruction was done of the victim's vessel and the suspected vessel and it appears it is the vessel involved.   The operator of vessel #1 is still a suspect and not confirmed operator at this time.  

Cause of accident is excessive speed, improper lookout and sharp turn.  2-16-18 If and when more information becomes available I will update this report.


BARDID: MA-2017-0027
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Ashmere
NearestCityorTown: Hinsdale
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator towing an inflatable seat with 2 persons on board along the shore saw lots of canoes and kayaks in the area he usually tows adjusted his speed by slowing down and turned.  While turning the seat flipped.  Persons went into the water.  Victim was injured.


BARDID: MA-2017-0028
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lagoon Pond
NearestCityorTown: Oak Bluffs
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored in pond.  Vessel #2 was rafted to vessel #1.  Owners got into their tenders and went off to have lunch at a vessel anchored in Vineyard Haven.  About 20 minutes later they saw a cloud of black smoke in the direction our their vessels.  No explosion was heard. They went right back and found both vessels engulfed in flames.  It was not determined which vessel started the fire or what the cause of the fire was.


BARDID: MA-2017-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:23:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Hiawatha
NearestCityorTown: Bellingham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
2 men went out on a canoe after drinking alcohol.  The victim stood up and capsized the canoe.  The men went into the water.  Neither were wearing pfd's or had them on board.  Victim was not a strong swimmer and went under.  His body was recovered about 3 hours later by a dive team.


BARDID: MA-2017-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hampton Ponds
NearestCityorTown: Westfield
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: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was drifting with navigation lights and lanterns at night.  Occupants were watching a movie on their ipad.  Vessel #2 struck and went over vessel #1.  Vessel #2 did not have any lights.  Passenger on vessel #1 was struck by boat and 4 out of the 5 people on board were thrown into the water including 2 infants.  Victim sustained injury.  Accident is still under investigation at this time.

1/24/18 Operator of vessel #2 was charged with Fail to have proper lookout, negligent operation, fail to use navigation lights and unreasonable speed.  Officer is waiting for a date for a show cause hearing to determine if criminal charges will proceed.


BARDID: MA-2017-0031
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Dracut
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 struck vessel #2.  Vessel #2 was anchored, a significant distance from shore in the  with no lights on in the travel lane for boats operating on this pond.  Both vessels sustained damage and a passenger on vessel #1 sustained injury upon impact of collision. 

Operator of vessel #1 was cited for unsafe operation of a motorboat and leaving the scene of a accident with property damage for excessive speed and improper lookout.  Owner of vessl #2 was cited for rules of the road violation for leaving his vessel in a travel land and not for using required anchor light. 


BARDID: MA-2017-0032
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Falmouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
News article about fire involving 2 boats on neighboring slips.  2 crew members were on board vessel #3 and victim were injured.

Captain and his mate were asleep when the Captain smelled smoke.  He woke up his mate and they exited the vessel.  Fire was concentrated around the power pedestal and were fighting it off until the fire department arrived when they heard a whoosh and a back draft occurred.  They had to abandon attempting to put out the fire due to the intense heat.  At this time the mate realized she was injured.  The captain was also injured.

Electrical malfunction cause of fire.


BARDID: MA-2017-0033
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was on his back to shore when he hit a submerged object causing property damage.  Operator had 1 beer while anchored watching sunset before hand.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2017-0034
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Officer has not been able to obtain much information about this accident.  Person involved lives out of state and very uncooperative.  Operator was on a kayak heading for Cutty Hunk Island when he apparently capsized and fell out of the kayak.  He was able to swim to Nashawene Island.  He spent the night on the Island.  The next morning he made contact with a resident and was taken off the Island and was determined to be injured.  Person was issued a citation for not returning the boating accident report that was sent to his New York business.


BARDID: MA-2017-0037
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Katama Bay
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was in reverse and struck a moored vessel attempting to exit mooring area.  Damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2017-0038
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 03:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Katama Bay
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was struck by an unknown vessel during the night causing property damage.  No witnesses or surveillance cameras in the area.   Unknown cause.


BARDID: MA-2017-0039
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:48:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Congamond Lakes
NearestCityorTown: Southwick
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator verbalized she was moving boat and had clearly explained safety rules to all passengers.  Victim was nauseous from the rocking of the vessel and decided to jump off the back of the vessel to vomit as the operator started the vessel.  The victim was injured climbing back on the vessel.  

 Investigator determined that injuries to victim were not the fault of the operator but of the victim who jumped in the water causing injuries to herself.


BARDID: MA-2017-0040
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge pump failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 noticed his steering was heavier than normal.  He found a compartment in the rear of the boats deck was flooded because his bilge pump stopped working.  He immediately drove his vessel for the beach but due to the amount of water in the boat and accelerating the engines the water rushed to the rear of vessel causing the bow to raise.  This comprised operator's view and he struck vessel #2.  He continued back to the beach before he sank.  Both operator's failed to maintain a proper lookout or take early action to avoid collision.  Owner of vessel #2 had no property damage.  


BARDID: MA-2017-0041
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gull Cove
NearestCityorTown: Rockport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was loading supplies to shuttle out to a moored vessel when she inadvertently bumped the throttle sending the PWC into the rear of vessel #2 as he was launching his vessel from the ramp.  Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2017-0042
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 attempted to jump a wake of a vessel in front of him when he came down very hard on the landing, suffering injury.  A written warning was issued to him for violation of wake jumping.  To date his accident report has not been received.


BARDID: MA-2017-0043
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Accident is still under investigation cause of accident is still being determined.

Operator co owner of the vessel had just purchased the vessel with the father of the deceased.  He only had about 2 months of boating experience and had just taken a safety course.  He checked the marine and sea conditions in the morning prior to accident.  When he heading out to take the kids tubing seas were less than 1 feet and very calm.  They were headed back to shore and it was still calm but when they closer a 5 foot wave came directly over the bow and windshield and into the vessel.  The vessel immediately began to sink.  

The bow sank into the water and the kids who were seated in the front bow pulled them to the back of the vessel.  He was on plane travelling about 13-14 mph.  He called may day and they told the kids to jump and a 2nd wave broadsided and rolled the vessel upside down.  Once in the water they could not locate 2 of the kids.  

1 was found but the deceased was still missing.  Operator took of his PFD and tried to dive under the vessel to locate the boy but could not.  Divers located the boy trapped underneath the vessel.  He was under water without oxygen for 30 minutes. He later died.  

Investigator noted that the operator was very impressed with his preparedness concerning boating safety.  However the capacity plate was rated for 11 people and he had 12 but mostly children and they were well under the weight limits.   Inexperience was the result of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2017-0044
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tashmoo Lake
NearestCityorTown: Tisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: limb tangled in vsl equipment
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: bystander behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and his wife were having trouble attaching the mooring bridal to their vessel.  A good Samaritan in the area approached them and asked them if they could assist and the couple said they were all set.  The man was persistent and advised his son to off load onto the bow to assist.  He attempted to place the mooring line through the bow cleat but while doing so became injured.  Investigator concluded the accident was a result of inexperience with boat handling.


BARDID: MA-2017-0045
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hull Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Both sailboats were on town moorings and came into contact with each other.  Occupant on Vessel #1 became injured fending off vessel #2.  

Vessel #2 was not on her mooring but on another because the tide was to low to get his vessel to her mooring.  The mooring was for a much larger and heavier vessel.  The mooring chain is too heavy for a lighter vessel such as vessel #2.  Minor damage to vessel #1.  Officer was unable to obtain a hin number from vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2017-0047
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lagoon Pond
NearestCityorTown: Tisbury
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator failed to comply with proper procedure when entering the bridge channel and struck the drawbridge causing damage to his vessel.


BARDID: MA-2017-0048
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinsigamond
NearestCityorTown: Worcester
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was pulling a tuber and a water skier.  The water skier maneuvered away from his daughter on the tube and his legs went apart and he fell.  He tried to move and felt injured  Injured has only water skied 2x in 20 years.  Inexperience of water skier cause of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2017-0049
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wareham River
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator hit a wake in congested water which caused his wife who was sitting on a bench to rise up about a foot.  She came back hard and injured herself.


BARDID: MA-2017-0050
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: John's Pond
NearestCityorTown: Mashpee
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operators were operating in close proximity to each other.  Operator of vessel #2 struck vessel #1 and went over the top of her machine.  Both operator's were injured. 

Operator of vessel #2 failed to comply with inland rules of the road.  No proper lookout and he did not maintain a safe speed to avoid collision.  Negligent operation.  DA's office is reviewing case for possibly criminal charges as of date.


BARDID: MA-2017-0051
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: John's Pond
NearestCityorTown: Mashpee
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was driving onto the beach when it struck vessel #2 which was already on the beach causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2017-0052
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Bar
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was fishing drifting in neutral.  Vessel #1 was moving from 1 location to another.  He accelerated his vessel to a speed of 8-10 knots with his bow raised in the air.  This action restricted their view.  He did not see vessel #2 and struck the port beam.  Operator of vessel #2 jumped into the water before the collision.  Vessel #1 bow ran over the port gunnel and up then over the center console and top cover.  No injures.  Vessel #2 total loss.  Chatham harbor master cited operator of vessel #1 for negligent operation of a vessel.


BARDID: MA-2017-0053
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimac River
NearestCityorTown: Chelmsford
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Both operator's were operating at night without lights and had been drinking alcohol.  Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 at a high rate of speed.  Operator of vessel #2 was injured.  The passenger on vessel #1 was knocked off the PWC and unaccounted for at time of accident but was found by side scan sonar the following morning.  

Operator of vessel #1 was impaired by alcohol was arrested for the following:-

Operating a motorboat under the influence of alcohol
Negligent operation of a motorboat
Operating a jet ski between the hours of sunset and sunrise
operating a motorboat without a valid registration
operating a motorboat between the hours of sunset and sunrise without navigation lights
operating a jet ski in too close of a proximity of another vessel


BARDID: MA-2017-0054
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was returning from an overnight trip when he attempted to enter the channel and observed large crashing waves.  He determined the conditions were unsafe.  He tried to turn around when a large wave swamped then capsized the sailboat and he was thrown into the water.  He was able to grab onto a type IV throwable pfd device.  A good Samaritan was able to pick him up and return him to the harbor master's office.  He was not injured and declined any treatment.  Damage only accident.


BARDID: MA-2017-0055
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hadley Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Gosnold
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
According to witnesses vessel #2 dropped anchor in front of vessel #1 with adequate space.  Very quicked Vessel #2 floated backwards towards vessel #1 and collided for a few minutes causing property damage to.  They moved to a vacant mooring and secured.  Vessel #2 took off when a caretaker came and inquired about a possible collision.  A witness took photos and forwarded to owner of vessel #1.  Improper anchoring cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2017-0056
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had just had engine rebuilt with all accessories installed, a fuel leak repaired, and starter installed.  He started the engine and while the engine was idling, smoke followed by flames started coming from the boat's engine room.  Vessel total loss.


BARDID: MA-2017-0057
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Liberty Marina
NearestCityorTown: Danvers
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tied to it's mooring when it was witnessed being struck by vessel #2.  Vessel #2 had trouble docking his vessel on numerous occasions and a witness on board confirmed that a collision occurred.  Owner of vessel #1 called owner of vessel #2 who initially admitted to the collision and offered to settle and not go through the insurance companies.  When operator of vessel #2 received the estimate he changed his story and claimed he did not collide with the vessel.  Officer determed there was sufficient evidence that the vessel #2 collided with #1.  He issued a citation for unregistered operation and fail to report accident.

Received in this office on 10/10/17.


BARDID: MA-2017-0058
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:47:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Acushnet River
NearestCityorTown: Fairhaven
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was getting underway to exit his slip.  He needed to make a port side turn in order to exit the marina.  

He placed the starboard engine slightly forward and the port side engine in reverse.  For some unknown reason the port side engine revved up and caused him to back into vessel #2 causing property damage.  

The port side engine was thought to be stuck in the open throttle position.  He pulled the throttle lever to the rear then pushed forward on the lever correcting the throttle.


BARDID: MA-2017-0059
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rockport Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Rockport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was attempting to moor at the transient mooring when a wind gust pushed vessel #1 into vessel #2 causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2017-0060
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:51:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was returning from his voyage due to engine difficulties.  One of his engines had died out while entering the harbor so he shut the boat off and went to go look inside the compartment.  He smelled smoke coming from inside the compartment and he immediately notified Sea Tow.  Upon arrival the operator and passenger were transferred and taken to shore.  The vessel then began to smoke heavily and began fully engulfed in flames.  The Fire department was able to put out the fire after about an hour.  The vessel sunk then sunk.


BARDID: MA-2017-0061
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-09-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:36:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Saugus River
NearestCityorTown: Saugus
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim was reported missing by his family.  He had gone fishing.  The next day his kayak was found floating unoccupied in the surf and a short time later his body was located not far from the kayak.  He was wearing a pfd but it was not properly secured.  Heavy weather and hazordous waters were also factors in this accident.


BARDID: MA-2017-0062
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-09-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Charles River
NearestCityorTown: Cambridge
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Other
OtherAccidentEvent: vessel destruction
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: maintenance
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Instructor was coaching novice crew in hazardous waters when he reversed and the outboard motor dislodged and fell into the river.  There is no vessel info as the school have several of the same boats and they were swapping the outboard engine on and off them interchangeably. This is the reason the engine fell off because someone didn't tight down the clamps when they affixed it.


BARDID: MA-2017-0063
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-09-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wareham River
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
One of vessel #1's engines cut out and crashed into vessel #2.  Operator of vessel #1 was taken to the hospital for injury.


BARDID: MA-2017-0064
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Essex
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Three men departed boat ramp for a day of fishing.  Owner had recently purchased the vessel.  The decided to move to a different location known for strong currents and the sea was 1'-2' chop and wind was 15 knots.  He put the vessel in neutral and began to fish. 

 A short time later they noticed a large amount of water pooling in the back deck of the vessel.  They put on their life jackets and called for help on the radio.  4-5 minutes later the vessel capsized sending them into the water.  

Tow boat US responded immediately and were able to retrieve all three men from the water with in 2-3 minutes.  No injuries.  Upon the vessel being righted by a diver and inspection upon retrieval it was noted that the access panel on the aft of the vessel was missing which is what was causing the excessive water to enter.  

It is not confirmed whether the panel was missing at the time of the accident or just loose and fell off when the boat capsized.  The officer determined that the panel, inexperience and lack of knowledge of the newly purchased boat caused the boat to capsize.


BARDID: MA-2017-0065
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-09-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Westport River
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Very rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator went out fishing with a friend during a small craft advisory/high surf warning (wave heights of 7-11 feet plus) during hurricanes/tropical storm Jose and Maria lingering in the Atlantic Ocean.  

There was dense fog reducing visibility.  While transiting back to the entrance channel of the river a 20 foot wave came and broke on top of the vessel causing it to capsize throwing both persons in the water not wearing life jackets. 

 They treaded water in the surf zone and observed a cooler and swam to it and held on to either side to stay afloat.  They eventually made it out of the surf zone.  At this point the operator was able to make a phone call to his wife who called the PD and then the harbor master.  While waiting for the rescue they floated out of the surf zone and into the channel where they observed a mooring that they swam to and held onto until recovery.  No injuries.  Vessel a complete loss.


BARDID: MA-2017-0066
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2017-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Outer Salem Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was a very experienced sailing instructor who admitted to not paying as much attention as I should.  There were inside the green buoys and too close to the dry breakers.  They struck the dry breakers and were rocked back and forth from starboard to port repeatedly as the boat balanced along its keel.  One of the passengers went below to get life jackets and they called may day.  Vessel was a total loss.  Alcohol was on board the sailboat.  Operator cited with improper lookout.


BARDID: MA-2017-0067
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-10-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:24:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Truro
WaterConditions: Very rough
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel encountered heavy seas and high winds.  On return to harbor vessel came threw a wave into trough.  Operator adjusted the throttle to try to get back on the top of the forward wave when a very large wave took their stern and pushed them forward,  spun the vessel to the side side ejecting 1 person.  Person was injured.


BARDID: MA-2017-0069
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-11-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:14:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Orleans
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Carbon monoxide exposure
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
OtherMachineryFailure: exhaust
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Preliminary information is that deceased initially was operating the vessel but because of the cold air temperature decided to go into the cabin and lay down on the couch.  

When they arrived to their destination his father who took over operation of the vessel docked the vessel and went to check on his son who he thought was sleeping.  He was unresponsive.  MA CPAC detective went to the vessel and there was a heavy odor of exhaust fumes inside the cabin. 

 ER DR advised that deceased carbon monoxide levels were greater than 50 and a normal read is 0-5.  Cause of accident engine exhaust leak.


BARDID: MA-2017-0073
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: South Darmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 (moored) when she was coming into her mooring when a large gust of wind blew the dinghy attached to the mooring across the bow of her vessel.  Operator swerved to avoid hitting another vessel and struck vessel #2 causing extensive property damage.


BARDID: MA-2017-0075
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2017-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lewis Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was in the no wake zone but very close to the navigational channel when vessel #2 a passenger ferry waked vessel #1 swamping, capsizing, and ejecting 3 persons on board into the water.  Minor injuries but refused transport to hospital or have ems called.  
The vessel sustained major damage.   The area which this accident occurred east of Dunbar Point adjacent to the Lewis Bay channel shows severe shoaling on the nautical chart in the vicinity of green can number 11.  
This sharp rise in the sea floor is known to cause waves to heave upwards and then break.  The waterways committee are working relocating the no wake buoys further south away from the shoaling areas of Can 11.  This would cause the ferry's to have to steam further south away from the shoaling in the vicinity of Dunbar Point prior to them coming up to speed and creating a large wake.


BARDID: MA-2018-0001
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-04-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Freeman Lake
NearestCityorTown: Chelmsford
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner took 2 friends out on his canoe to go over to the beach area from a quick canoe ride.  The conditions were calm but when they got 1/2 way there the winds increased.  One of the passengers turned to the owner and the canoe capsized causing all occupants to fall into the water.  They were in the water for about 20 minutes.  They were rescued and injured.  They were all wearing life jackets.


BARDID: MA-2018-0002
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-05 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner and his wife were operating there all powered electric boat with large battery packs in the stern of the vessel when they smelled burning electrical wires and noticed smoke emanating from underneath the stern hatch leading covering the battery packs.  They opened the rear hatch and saw that the battery packs were on fire about 6 in flames.  They extinguished fire by onboard fire extinguisher and vessel was towed to to shore.  No injuries property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2018-0003
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-20 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Stoney Point Dike
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Occupants of the vessel were fishing with the motor off and anchor was set from the bow.  Several waves swamped the boat and they donned their life jackets.  The vessel sank and rolled over throwing occupants into the water.  They were rescued a few minutes later with injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0005
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Monponsett Lake
NearestCityorTown: Halifax
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
7/27/18 According to Halifax Police Department.  Both operator's took a sharp turn.  Vessel 2 went in front of vessel #1.  Vessel #1 went over vessel #2 and the operator.  Operator #2 sustained an injury.

8/7/18 Received Operator's report for Vessel #1.  Still waiting on MEP report for cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2018-0006
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manchester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner put his vessel in the water for the season at the boat ramp.  He attempted to start the engine at which time he noticed smoke and flames coming from the engine compartment.  He attempted to put out the flames with a fire extinguisher and sustained injury.  He was unable to put the flames out and exited the boat.  Vessel burned until it sank which extinguished the flames.  Preliminary cause is that the ignition of fuel vapor is the cause of fire and resulted in a total loss of vessel.


BARDID: MA-2018-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mattapoisett Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Mattapoisett
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
This accident was reported to this agency on July 3rd.

Vessel #1 dropped a repair person off on the dock and then was attempting to dock.  It was fairly windy and he accidentally accelerated instead of decelerated and struck vessel #2's bow causing property damage.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0008
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:27:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fore River
NearestCityorTown: Weymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Other
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
OtherAccidentEvent: person struck by vsl equipment
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim and operator of vessel purchased this vessel 3 years ago and had been working on it.  This was their maiden voyage and the plan was for the victim to make adjustments to the reefing system he had installed earlier in the week.  The co-owner was at the helm while victim worked on the sails.  Operator was uncomfortable operating this size sailboat even though he had taken sailing lessons four years ago.  He was having trouble controlling the boat and keeping course.  Victim came down to cabin and announced "I did it" when the boom started to move and hit victim with enough force to sweep him off the vessel and into the water.  Operator grabbed his arms but could not pull him enough to get his head out of the water.  The victim slipped out of his hands and started looking for something to throw at him.  Operator threw seat cushions and a ring with the rope attached to victim.  A good Samaritan pulled victim out of water and took him to the commuter dock. PFD's were no on board because it was only going to be a short trip. The victim died.


BARDID: MA-2018-0009
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Cochiechewick
NearestCityorTown: North Andover
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
OtherAccidentCause: passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Update 11/16/18 Information from a go pro video on board at time of accident.  4 adults and 1 child were on an inflatable non powered vessel drifting when 1 adult male jumped in for a swim and the another male adult dove into the water pushing the vessel away in the process.  Neither appeared to be capable swimmers.  The 3rd male on board appeared to be trying to paddle towards the parties in the water but gave up and threw a seat cushion toward the two.  The surviving male was able to reach the cushion but the victim was further from the raft.  The video ended at that point in time.  Due to a language barrier interviews of the persons on board were not able to be conducted.  Victim was recovered the next day via dive team at 10:28 am.  
Several variables were the cause of this accident.  There was an inadequate number of life jackets on board as well as the victim not being a strong swimmer.  The victim was too far away from the raft for anything buoyant to reach him.  The remaining parties on board due to inexperience, unfamiliarity with the water and the raft were unable to paddle the raft to the victim.


BARDID: MA-2018-0010
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bass River
NearestCityorTown: Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 sailed off his mooring.  The winds were very light.  The current carried him into Ship Shops Marina.  Vessel #2 was waiting in line for fuel at the marina.  Vessel #1 t-boned vessel #2 causing property damage only.   Vessel #2 received damage to his hull.  Vessel #1 did not sustain any damage.  Officer recommended to operator of vessel #1 that he have his auxiliary motor started and ready to go in case this situation presents itself again.


BARDID: MA-2018-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Congamond Lakes
NearestCityorTown: Southwick
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 took a sharp turn in front of Vessel #2 causing a head on accident.  Operator and passenger of vessel #1 were thrown off the PWC but not injured.  One of the passengers on vessel #2 was injured.  Operator of vessel #1 was suspected of intoxicated operation but a field sobriety test was done and it was determined he was not intoxicated.  Vessel #1 had no safety equipment except that both occupants were wearing life jackets.  

8-14-18 received information form officer today to complete.


BARDID: MA-2018-0012
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Dartmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and friend were drift fishing when he observed his vessel taking on water from the stern by oversplash from the waves.  He attempted to start the outboard motor and the battery was already underwater and the engine would not start.  The vessel sank very quickly.  Both persons went into the water.  They threaded water for about 15 minutes before being picked up and transferred to another vessel.  Both persons were evaluated at the scene by ems services and refused further medical treatment or transport to the hospital.  The operator/owner said he made sure the plug was in before launching and believes that rain water may have collected under the floor of his vessel.


BARDID: MA-2018-0013
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 a commercial vessel on a seal tour was at a complete stop when vessel #1 struck the engine causing it to become disabled.  Operator of vessel #2 claimed that wake from other vessel caused impairment of his vision and attempted to avoid the collision but was too late.  No injuries on either vessel.  Operator of vessel #1 received a non criminal citation for negligent operation of a vessel.


BARDID: MA-2018-0014
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was launching his vessel as he made a tight turn his stern struck the stern of Vessel #2 on a mooring and then struck Vessel #3 on a mooring.  Vessel #2 was the only vessel that sustained damage.


BARDID: MA-2018-0015
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Freetown
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Injured operator thinks another PWC ran over him.  Someone in a boat picked him up and brought him to the dock.  He sustained injuries.  

Reporting party did not return calls to the officer who was assigned this case.  Fire department and police department did not have any reports or further information.  Operator of vessel #2 is unknown.  No further information was able to be obtain in regards to the damage of the vessel or the other operator/pwc.


BARDID: MA-2018-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Harwich
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was heading out to sea to commercially fish at night.  He saw vessel #1 traveling in his direction.  He had all the required navigational lights on and was using his search light.  He tried to hail vessel #2 via radio but was not successful.   He then shut off his search light.  Vessel #1 heading back to shore collided with vessel #2 at his bow at a high rate of speed.  Officer determined that vessel #1 did not take proper precautions to avoid a collision and was cited for unsafe speed.  A passenger on vessel #2 was injured.  The operator of vessel #2 was injured and one of his passengers operated his boat back to dock.


BARDID: MA-2018-0017
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mashpee-Wakeby Lake
NearestCityorTown: Mashpee
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tubing with 3 persons on a couch style tube.  He noticed vessel #2 was following 2 close to his tube and was concerned.  Vessel #1 turned left to create distance.  Vessel #2 continued to follow vessel #1.  Vessel #1 turned left again and one of the passengers fell off the tube and vessel #2 ran over the person in the water, causing injuries.   Operator of vessel #2 was cited with unsafe operation of a motor boat and excessive speed.


BARDID: MA-2018-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Marblehead Channel
NearestCityorTown: Marblehead
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was practicing racing in a junior racing when the boom struck her  throwing her into the water.  Victim was injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0021
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Amesbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 was horsing around by trying to spray water other PWC's.  He struck vessel #1 which caused her to fall off her PWC.  She complained of injury.  Operator #2 had been drinking alcohol at some point during the day.


BARDID: MA-2018-0022
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: New Bedford Inner
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was moored on his mooring when vessel #1 struck the stern of his vessel causing property damage.  Operator of vessel #1 admitted he was distracted as he was on the radio.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0023
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:22:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dorothy Pond
NearestCityorTown: Millbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
2 men were in a kayak both had been drinking alcohol.  One of the men went into the water wearing a mask holding onto to the kayak looking for a tackle box that they had lost while fishing a couple of weeks before.  They had a rope that they were going to loop around the handle of the tackle box and would pull it up.  The rope slipped and the deceased did not come back up.  Victim was recovered over an hour later by divers.  The other man went to shore trying to get help to recover his friend.


BARDID: MA-2018-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: New Bedford Harbor
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was moored when he was struck by vessel #1.  The moorings are very close to each other about 20 yards apart.  Vessel #1 engine's were running and unbeknownst to the operator the vessel was clutch ahead.  When he dropped the mooring line he jolted toward vessel #2 striking it several times causing property damage to vessel #2.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0025
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:42:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: West Monponsett Pond
NearestCityorTown: Hanson
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Homeowners returned home and saw an overturned kayak in the water with a man face down in approximately 4 feet of water beside the kayak.  He later died. 

Cause of accident is unknown as there were no witnesses.  No further information on kayak.


BARDID: MA-2018-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mattapoisett Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Mattapoisett
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was launching, lost control of the boat due to wind and struck vessel #2 which was moored and unoccupied causing property damage.  no injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0027
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Pond
NearestCityorTown: East Falmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was attempting to dock in windy conditions when he struck vessel #2 in its slip caused property damage.  

Officer unable to locate vessel #2 as this report was received a month after accident.


BARDID: MA-2018-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: South Pond
NearestCityorTown: East Brookfield
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Injured party was on a tube with another person when the vessel made a turn travelling over its own wake and the tube flipped causing the tubers to be thrown out of the tube into the water. She was injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:01:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Waquoit Bay
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was retrieving swimmers from tube ride.  He was powering down and taking a hard starboard turn causing boat to pitch and launching boaters off the boat, causing one injury.  the boat continued circling until stopped by a responder.


BARDID: MA-2018-0031
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Pleasant Bay
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: bilge pump
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
The son on the owner had recently installed a new bilge pump attached to a solar panel.  There was no fuse on the pump and when the flapper valve on the pump got stuck open it continued to run until the heat stated the fire.  Vessel was completely burned  and remnants were brought to the dump and destroyed.


BARDID: MA-2018-0032
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hingham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Hingham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was underway and responded to a disabled motorboat due to running out of gas.  The vessel was drifting without an anchor.  The operator of vessel #2 requested a tow to a mooring.  While vessel #1 was towing the disabled vessel it grounded out and came to a complete stop.  Vessel #2 continued its forward motion and hit the stern/transom causing damage to the engines of vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2018-0034
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manchester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 pulled up to yacht club to let people off but did not secure the vessel or shut off the engine.  As the passengers exited the vessel, the throttle was accidentally engaged in reverse, then over corrected by moving the throttle forward full throttle causing a collision of the vessels.  Property damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2018-0035
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Bay
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating a PWC he rented with his daughter on back.  He had very limited experience.  He tried to turn, a wave knocked him off balance and the pwc flipped.  He fell in the water.  He was unable to get back on the machine and was feeling worse the longer he was in the water. He was injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0036
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Hadley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Drug
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator took vessel unknown and without permission of owner.  It started to rain hard.  One of the passengers wanted to go back to shore but he got into an argument with the operator who wanted to continue with the voyage.  Operator stood up, left the wheel and they crashed into shore.  Operator died and a passenger was injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0037
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Buel
NearestCityorTown: New Marborough
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 collided with vessel #2 on left pinning vessel #2 halfway underneath vessel #1.   Both parties on vessel #2 were fishing at the time had to jump from the boat into the water to avoid getting hit.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0038
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Gloucester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was trying to adjust GPS.  Wind blew them towards a moored boat.  Tried reversing but not in time.  Struck vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2018-0039
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Edgartown Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 while launching collided with docked vessel #2 causing property damage.  No injuries.

Upon calling RI to check for a hin on this boat there records indicate that it is "8" a number given by the manufacturer and for some reason was never assigned a 12 digit state number.


BARDID: MA-2018-0040
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinsigamond Ave
NearestCityorTown: Shrewsbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was towing an inflatable 2 person tube  and collided with vessel #2.  He glanced back at the tubers lost sight of vessel #1 and collided with vessel #2 causing significant property damage.  Operator of vessel #1 was issued a citation for failing to maintain a proper lookout.


BARDID: MA-2018-0041
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Marion Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Marion
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 collided with vessel #2 a moored vessel on it's approach to his mooring.  Officer was unable to speak to operator of vessel #1 to ascertain property damage for his vessel.


BARDID: MA-2018-0042
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake George
NearestCityorTown: Wales
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner had the engine replaced in the boat a few days before.  He  was checking the batteries and pumping the bilge.  He smelled gas earlier and ran the fan system to clear the fumes.  The vessel then caught fire.  The fire was contained near the carburetor.  The distributor was completely melted.  A fire suppression system was present in the compartment but failed to discharge since no extinguisher residue was observed.  No flame arrestor present on the carburetor.


BARDID: MA-2018-0043
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:35:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Canton Reservoir Pond
NearestCityorTown: Canton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Victim was out on his boat working on his engine.  He did not have a life jacket with him.  He was somehow ejected from his boat along with the engine.  He was able to stay above water for a short time before tiring and being pulled under the water.  He was recovered by divers with the engine still attached to his shirt.  Engine throttle was about halfway between neutral and full speed.  The prop of the engine caught his shirt, twisting it and embedding it in the prop, thus tightening the shirt around him and cutting the engine power.   
 Cause of accident is operator inexperience and inattention, no pfd worn and the engine horsepower exceeded capacity for the vessel.


BARDID: MA-2018-0045
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: New Bedford Harbor
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #2 was on his boat and witnessed vessel #1 backing out of his slip and heading forward in a westerly direction to exit the dock row.  The wind changed the course of his vessel and collided with vessel #2 causing damage.  The officer attempted to contact the owner but he has not returned any phone calls or returned his boating accident report.  He was issued a citation for failing to report a boating accident.


BARDID: MA-2018-0046
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-08-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:53:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Lakeville
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Witness reports that Operator of vessel #1 driving erratically jumped off the pwc prior to it crashing into vessel 2 which was docked causing property damage.  Victim was charged by Lakeville Police Department for BUI Alcohol, negligent operation resulting in property damage and destruction of property.


BARDID: MA-2018-0047
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-08-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hull Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was sailing out of Bay when he observed smoke coming from the engine compartment of his vessel.  He stopped the vessel and attempted to contain and extinguish the fire without success after emptying 3 fire extinguishers.  All five passengers were forced to abandon the vessel and was picked up by a nearby good Samaritan vessel  No injuries.  Vessel sank.  No determination of the cause of fire has been make by the Fire Department agencies at this time.


BARDID: MA-2018-0048
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: South River Channel
NearestCityorTown: Salem
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was operating his vessel as a chartered sailing trip.  He entered Channel under mechanical power.  He observed vessel #2 approaching his sailboat.  He maintained the same course and speed he has keeping his vessel on the right edge of the channel so as to leave enough room for the exiting vessel.  Just prior to the 2 vessels passing port to port.  Vessel #2 turned to port and stroke vessel #1 causing property damage.  No injuries.  

MEP received notification of this accident on 8/31/18.  Officer contacted operator of vessel #2 and informed her she needed to fill out an accident report and requested her father contact him.  As of 9/20/18 he did not hear back and issued her a civil citation for Fail to follow navigation rules and fail to report accident.


BARDID: MA-2018-0049
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was moored struck by a water taxi vessel #2.   Operator of water taxi said he was distracted by computer tablet used to process payments and struck vessel #1.  He was transiting at clutch.  The plexiglass window pushed in causing a piece of wood to become dislodged and struck victim resulting in injury.  He was mailed a civil citation for negligent operation.


BARDID: MA-2018-0050
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:27:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Crane Beach
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Drug
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
A body was found washed up on shore.  His vessel was found later that day on a marsh.  

Cause of entry into water is undetermined.  It is anticipated he fell from one of his 2 vessels.


BARDID: MA-2018-0051
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:26:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oak Bluffs Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Improper mooring
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 rafted up to vessel #1 but did not run aft line threw Hawse pipe.  Ran line over bolster cushion tearing cushion.  No information was able to be obtained for vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2018-0053
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-08-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Canal
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner had just purchased the boat and was taking it back to Virginia.  He smelled a burning electric type of odor and observed smoke.  He issued a distress call.  He was removed via an Army Corp of Engineer Patrol boat.  Vessel total loss.


BARDID: MA-2018-0054
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Marblehead Channel
NearestCityorTown: Marblehead
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator/owner had just purchased the vessel recently.  While underway a fire started in the starboard engine.  No injuries.  The inboard engine was completely charred.


BARDID: MA-2018-0055
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Newburyport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was trying to dock when he got caught in a rip current that was strong and outgoing.  He struck vessel #2 causing property damage and injury to operator.  Operator of vessel #1 was unfamiliar with the water and strong currents in this area.


BARDID: MA-2018-0056
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Scituate Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Scituate
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
MEP received a bar indicating that vessel #1 was struck by vessel #2 who was undocking.

Waiting for more information.

12/3/2018 Operator of vessel #2 was pulling out of his slip at idle speed and drifted wide and bumped vessel #1 causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2018-0057
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manchester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was returning to harbor after taking a brief boat ride.   A sailboat was departing the harbor and he gave a wide berth by staying to the starboard side of the channel.  There are 2 red buoys that the operator acknowledged he was aware of but he thought he had passed the 2nd buoy but had gone right of the buoy instead striking the rocks.  He then grounded.  Six people were injured.  Operator's gps system was on but admits he was navigation primarily with his eye sight.


BARDID: MA-2018-0059
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:24:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Fish Pier
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
A body in the water was found near an overturned boat.  
Still under investigation waiting for more information.
Update 11/16/18 Investigator observed the T-top had been shorn off at the height of the console.  There was ripping of the fiberglass on the port side of the console and the port rear t-top support was torn from the deck.  Based on the direction of the bending of the support posts before then snapped along with the additional damage to the console are it was determined that the vessel rolled to the starboard side, forcing the t-top to bend to the port side.  A tuna hook was found in the victim.  Conditions that day were bad, strong current, fog and 4-6 foot waves.


BARDID: MA-2018-0061
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Amesbury
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
3 boats were rafted together when a vessel #4 travelling out of the river produced a large wake causing the rafted vessels to collide with each other causing damage.


BARDID: MA-2018-0062
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:15:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rockport Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Rockport
County: Essex
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and passenger went out fishing and realized the swells were much bigger than he first thought.  The victim said look at the size of that wave.  They took a massive wave and flipped the boat.  He had the vessel in neutral and did not have time to react.  After the capsizing they tried to swim to shore.   They were not wearing life jackets.  One person died and the other was injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0063
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-03-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:26:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lower Mill Pond
NearestCityorTown: Easthampton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operators just bought their kayaks and took them out to try them out.  Operator of vessel #1 capsized when she dipped her left paddle in the water too deep.  Operator too jumped into the water to help her.   She fell into waist deep water.  She had consumed alcohol and could not figure out how to stand back up.   Both were pulled to safety by EMS.  Both persons were not wearing life jackets and were injured. They were cited for not wearing their life jacket.


BARDID: MA-2018-0065
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Northfield
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator/owner was swimming.  He climbed back on vessel #1 but a wake hit the boat causing him to fall back and strike vessel #2 a PWC he was towing behind vessel #1.  He was injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0066
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:09:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wallis Reservoir East
NearestCityorTown: Douglas
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 and vessel #2 were reported doing figure 8's and jumping each others wakes.  Vessel #1 cut in front of Vessel #2 causing a collision and injury to the operator of vessel #1 who also fell off.  

Both operators were issued civil citations for unsafe operation.  Witnesses stated both operator's were driving at a high rate of speed.  Both operator's were issued written warnings for operating unregistered PWC's, Failure to avoid collision (operator 1) and improper lookout (operator 2).  Owner was issued written warning for allowing unregistered operation of PWC.


BARDID: MA-2018-0068
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Western Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Passenger was visibly intoxicated.  He moved around multiple times despite being instructed not to, and warned of danger by both operator and co-passenger.  He moved from sitting to standing and moved to various locations.  When operator crossed a wake passenger stood up and lost balance and became injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0069
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Manchester Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Manchester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner was fishing and operator moved to avoid lobster pots ran over Whit Rock causing excessive property damage.  No injuries.  The DOB for the operator was not able to be obtained.  NH will only give a age to our dispatch office not dob.


BARDID: MA-2018-0073
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:47:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Freetown
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was struck by unknown PWC operator and sustained an injury.  

Waiting for my information to complete.  No further information was able to be obtained.  Cause of accident unknown, Hit and run accident.  Vessel #2 fled the scene.


BARDID: MA-2018-0074
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oxbow Marina
NearestCityorTown: Northampton
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was undocking and struck vessel #2 a docked vessel causing property damage to both vessels.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2018-0075
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-10-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hog Island Channel
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator collided with green lighted buoy #15.  Five persons on board were thrown from the vessel into the water.  They were rescued by PD and Harbormaster personnel. One person sustained injury. The vessel was a total loss l and minor damage to the buoy.    Alcohol was consumed prior to voyage and on board and but the PD did not administer any Field sobriety tests nor were blood tests taken.  Upon conclusion the operator was navigating his vessel by vessel GPS Unit.  He was not paying attention to or using other tools he had available to him including radar and traditional navigating charts.  He did not have a lookout.  He was issued a civil fine for failure to maintain a proper lookout and negligent operation.


BARDID: MA-2018-0080
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-06-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnstable Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and his brother were on their way to go shell fishing when a wave came over and flooded the stern.  A 2nd wave washed over and the vessel in 3 feet of water.  A nearby vessel came and brought them to the boat ramp. Both parties were injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0081
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Essex River
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
A freak wave capsized the boat.  Operator and passenger swam to shore.  Vessel washed up on the rocks.  Vessel total loss.  Occupants were injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0083
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Oak Bluffs
WaterConditions: Rough
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel struck a jetty outside harbor.  No injuries.  Weather conditions were challenging for the operator.  It was night time, strong northeast wind and 6 foot seas with a swell.  The swells pushed him into jetty and he lost power.  He hit the jetty another time and put a hole in the boat.  The boat drifted onto the beach and they were rescued by emergency responders.

Officer received email notification from the CG 2 weeks after accident occurred.  The only information he was able to obtain was the name of the operator.  He was unsuccessful at attempts to speak with operator.


BARDID: MA-2018-0084
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-09-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Tisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was docked when it caught fire during the night.  Electrical problem caused the fire.  2 people on board were not injured.


BARDID: MA-2018-0085
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was moored with 2 people on board.  He heard a loud noise of an engine being throttled up when he looked he saw vessel #2.  Vessel #2 spun fast clockwise when the port quarter punctured the starboard side of vessel #1.  Vessel #2 port quarter had a swim platform made contact with vessel #1 along the starboard side several times.  No injuries property damage to vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2018-0086
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-09-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Onata Lake
NearestCityorTown: Pittsfield
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was at idle.  His daughter had just finished water skiing.  Owner jumped off the vessel to switch with her and slipped off the boat and struck the propeller causing injury.


BARDID: MA-2018-0088
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2018-10-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rockport Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Rockport
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was entering harbor in the dark.  Sea state was 3-4 ft and 15-20 kt winds.  The entrance of the harbor is only marked with a navigational beacon on the starboard side as you enter from sea.  The port side of the entrance which is a rock jetty breakwater is not illuminated.  The sailboat went around the starboard side navigational beacon however he overshot the entrance and struck the port side jetty breakwater.  The sailboat got pushed via the winds onto the the jetty and becomes lodged.  The seas continue to strike the sailboat and it was eventually completely debilitated.  The parties on board exit the sailboat and walk to a nearby hotel for the night.


BARDID: MA-2018-0089
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2018-11-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 06:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Parker River
NearestCityorTown: Georgetown
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Hunter took his canoe out in order to deer hunt.  He began to paddle when his canoe got caught in the brush due to the strong current (several days of rain resulted in high water and strong current).  One of the stabilizers snapped off due to the strong current and that the canoe rolled while he attempted to stabilize the vessel and dumped him into the river.  He attempted to get back into the canoe because it took on more water and sank.  He was able to hold onto the floating hull and make a 911 call.  He was rescued and injured.  Canoe was examined and photographed by officer.  No other information on the canoe was located ie hin number.


BARDID: MA-2019-0001
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-01-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Tispaquin Pond
NearestCityorTown: Middleboro
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Drug
AccidentCause3: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
2 persons were on a canoe when the vessel took on water, capsized and sank. Canoe is a total loss at bottom of pond. Male party presented with possibly being under the influence of alcohol. Operator/owner does not have any information on the vessel as it was an old canoe, never registered. MEP received notification of this accident on 1/22/19.


BARDID: MA-2019-0002
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-01-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bass River
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
2 friends went out for an afternoon of boating. They drank beer and a few nips of alcohol. On their return they encountered the tide coming in and a strong current. The 2 men decided to switch positions and when that abrupt shift occurred the vessel struck rocks underneath and pitched forward. Operator attempted to steady himself on the port side gunwale but was unable to and fell into the water. The vessel capsized and both men swam to shore. Operator was issued a civil fine for no life jackets and unregistered operations.


BARDID: MA-2019-0003
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-01-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Charlestown
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Fire started on Vessel #2. Vessel 1,2,3 were a total loss and vessel 4 had external damage. No injuries. Update 3/29/19 The vessels in this case were transient vessels that the Marina did not take any vessel information/owner from. The documentation numbers on the vessels does not correlate with the owners of the vessel currently in the Coast Guard database making the investigation more challenging and therefore the investigation is ongoing. 5/1/19 Updated the vessel information and owners name. Still waiting on more info to send this report. 7/16/19 According to the Boston Fire Department report the fire started in Vessel #2 in the aft starboard section where the generator, electrical components and power from the pier are located. The cause of the fire is undetermined. The report indicates that this fire caused $1,100,000 including the piers as well as the vessels.


BARDID: MA-2019-0005
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-03-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Two men with a dog all wearing life jackets were in a twin sit in kayak were padding when strong south west winds and choppy waters overwhelmed and swamped the kayak. They swam and climbed out of the water on green buoy #5. They were spotted an hour later by a patron at the JFK library who alerted CG Sector Boston. CG rescued the men and deceased dog. Kayak has yet to be recovered believed to have sunk or drifted away. Owner has no information on the make, model or serial number of the kayak nor was it registered.


BARDID: MA-2019-0006
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-04-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Fairhaven
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator went out during a small craft advisory during a storm and hazardous waters. His vessel started to sink. He called a mayday. CG came but he refused to speak to them and declined called a mayday. Tow boat USA was also called to depump and tow vessel to shore. Operator then accused tow boat usa of causing the sinking. Operator has been uncooperative with the officer and he is charging him with negligent operation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-04-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:25:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Coast Guard Beach
NearestCityorTown: Eastham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
5/2/19 Preliminary information is that witnesses observed deceased paddle boarding about 300 feet offshore beyond the surf zone. The witness observed the deceased kneeling down and entering the water. He was located face-up in a survival suit. He was pulled aboard the harbormasters patrol boat.


BARDID: MA-2019-0008
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-04-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Spectacle Island
NearestCityorTown: Sandwich
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was troll fishing when his weight shifted and he lost his balance while casting and fell into the water. He was able to make it to swim to shore. He called 911. Sandwich Fire retrieved the small plastic boat which was not registered and did not have any safety equipment. He was not wearing a life jacket. He was issued a citation for unregistered motorboat and no PFD.


BARDID: MA-2019-0010
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-04-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Nippenicket
NearestCityorTown: Bridgwater
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was fishing and struck a rock. She states that she was pushed by an unexpected wind gust. Rock was submerged. Inland waters in MA do not have aids to navigation. Operator inexperience in fishing on this pond cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Shirley
NearestCityorTown: Lunenburg
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: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Preliminary information is that Operator of vessel #1 came up on plane and struck vessel #2. and operator #2.  Her kayak was a total loss. Update 5/16/2019 Officer determined that Operator of vessel #1 was responsible for accident. He failed to maintain a proper lookout and failure to give way to the kayak. He has been criminally charged with negligent operation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0013
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
5/20/19 Preliminary information is that vessel #2 struck vessel #1 causing property damage to both vessels. Operator of vessel #2 has refused to speak to officer in regards to this case.


BARDID: MA-2019-0014
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hyannis Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 reported that a jet ski was circling him and caused a wake that capsized his kayak. He lost several personal items including fishing gear, phone, GPS. He was unable to de-water the kayak and ultimately swam to shore with his kayak in tow. Once at shore he contacted the Police Department and Harbormaster. The officer notes in his report that the area he was kayaking has a high amount of boating traffic to include large ferries that transit to and from the Nantucket and Marthas Vineyard. It is possible the wakes generated from the surrounding vessels could have contributed to the capsize of the kayak. No further information was able to be obtained in regards to the jet ski or operator of the jet ski.


BARDID: MA-2019-0015
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Springfield
County: Hampden
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was headed towards the Bonds Island ramp when he saw a PWC operating erratically. He was changing direction up and down stream and then did a doughnut. When he came out of it he headed towards vessel #1. Vessel #1 thought that the PWC was going to jump his wake and put his vessel in neutral. The PWC struck vessel #1 on the starboard side at the steering console. Operator of vessel #1 jumped out of his seat so that he would not be struck. The PWC passed over the platform behind the seat and struck the boat motor severely damaging the cover. No injuries. Operator of vessel #2 received civil citations for failing to maintain a proper lookout; negligent operation endangering life, limb and property.


BARDID: MA-2019-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 05:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge pump
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Approximately 20-30 minutes into operator's voyage he noticed the back deck of his vessel began gathering water. He observed a couple of waves break over the transom an his bilge pump was not pumping out water fast enough. He moved to the back deck and attempted to manually bail the water out but could not keep up. The vessel began to roll over and was able to position himself on top of the hull. A local commercial fisherman spotted him on the hull of his boat about 3 hours later without a pfd and called for help. Officer determined that the vessel capsized due to a shift in the center of buoyancy created by a buildup of water within the vessel directly related to bilge pump failure. The water either short circuited the pump or the pump may not have been working at all. As the water continued to rise in the bilge it caused the vessel to ride low in the water making it more susceptible for waves to break over the transom. One waves flooded the back deck the vessels center of buoyancy shifted forcing it to roll over.


BARDID: MA-2019-0017
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Red Brook Harbor
County: Bourne
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Pump out operator found vessel #1 with the engine down and the tilt switch appeared to be inoperative. A witness who is a deck hand at the yacht club stated that the operator of vessel #2 left a restaurant and her bar located at the Yacht club and was maneuvering his vessel away from the dock adjacent to vessel #1 in a stiff westerly wind. The wind pushed him down towards vessel #1. He gunned the engine with the rudder hard over causing the stern to swing rapidly into the raised engine of vessel #1. His maneuver was violet enough to cause a loud crash as the sim platform struck vessel #1's engine and caused the stern to lower allowing water to flood the boat. Witness states operator did not stop to access damage or attempt to identify himself. She notified her boss the dock manager and he contacted operator for his information. The intensity of the impact caused the vessel to be taken out of service as unseaworthy.


BARDID: MA-2019-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Shirley
NearestCityorTown: Lunenburg
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of both PWC's was very uncooperative with local PD and would not supply information of who the operator's were in this accident. He also claimed the damage was due to hitting a rock but damage on both vessels was obviously due to a collision. When he sent in his boating accident report he indicated he was the operator of vessel #2. This can not be confirmed. Upon his investigation the officer discovered that the owner had a Facebook page that he rented out the same PWC's. The officer was not able to determine due to non compliance with the owner whether or not they were rented during this accident. The local police department has charged the owner with interfering with a police officer. Since the owner has given many different false statements the only things that the officer could confirm is that there was a collision and Vessel #2 was a total loss.


BARDID: MA-2019-0019
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was in the process of mooring his boat when he accidentally applied too much throttle and struck 4 moored vessels.  A dock worker witnessed the accident as he was on hand to assist operator with dock lines as he moored his vessel. Operator attempted to moor his vessel bow in to his slip. It appeared that he turned too late and ended up perpendicular to his slip. At this time his port side and port quarter struck vessel #2's starboard outboard and the lower skeg was broken off. This outboard which was tilted out of the water rubbed down the side of the port side of vessel #1 leaving gouges in the fiberglass. He applied throttle in reverse and struck vessel #5 that was moored adjacent to the main dock. The stern of the of vessel #1 struck vessel #5 and left gouges on the port side and broke a wooden support in the inside of the vessel below the gunwale. He then applied throttle in a forward direction again missing his slip and drove the bow of his vessel up onto the twin outboard engine and port quarter of vessel #4. Vessel #4 sustained heavy gouging, paint transfer and scratches of the port quarter of this vessel and damage to both engine covers. Vessel #1 then drifted off vessel #4 and applied forward throttle again and struck vessel #2 in the bow and trailer eye bolt area. Dock hand then was able to assist operator in mooring his vessel safely without any further damage.


BARDID: MA-2019-0020
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:56:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Scituate
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner/operator flipped on the blower switch and tried to start the engine but it didn't turn over with battery 1 so he switched to battery 2 and the engine started. He then switched to both in hopes of recharging battery 1. He pulled into the front gas dock, tied up and turned everything off. He opened both the bottom and top of the i/o compartment, purchased $100 worth of gas. He used the key to close the cap on the tank and the I/O compartment was still open. He turned on battery 2 and then turned the key and he there was a flash, he felt and heard a "whoosh" and then the stern was engulfed in flames. He was next to the captains chair and his son was near the port stern. He pushed them into the water and jumped in after them but midway he realized his twins were in the cabin. He grabbed the cleat as he was going over and did a 180 and grabbed the ladder and pulled himself back up. He grabbed the twins and threw them into the water and jumped in after them. He told everyone to swim as far away as they could. One of the local lobster men was there in his skiff and helped them get to the ramp. Operator's routine was to start the blower and turn the engine on right away. He would not wait the recommended time for fumes/vapor to vent or check engine compartment for gas/fumes before he started engine. He stated in this accident he did the exact same as he always did to start the engine. Failure to vent is the cause of this accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0022
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Canal
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: bilge pump
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel took wave over stern and rolled over. Bilge had been on and off all day. Persons on board immediately recovered by nearby vessel. Engines electrical system a total loss. No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0023
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Lakeville
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of Vessel #2 was on board his vessel. The vessel was docked on a lift out of the water when vessel #1 struck his boat and the dock lift and fled the area. Vessel #2 was located by callers and local pd responded. Witness observed the accident and watching vessel #2 flee the accident but that it started taking on water and he swam out to the vessel and the pulled the boat and operator to shore. He noticed a strong smell of alcohol on her breath, blood shot and glassy eyes and slurred speech. She was unsteady on her feet and had a hard time following directions. She failed the SFST's and was taken back to the police station where she was uncooperative. She was charged criminally with operating a vessel under the influence of alcohol, negligent operation, leaving the scene of accident with injury and property damage. 


BARDID: MA-2019-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:53:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: South Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Sailboat under sail came aground on beach. Witness approached vessel and observed pfd floating in surf behind vessel and called 911. Owner/operator was pulled to shore deceased. He was wearing self inflate PFD (sailing type with D-rings) and guy-wires on vessel. It is most likely that he lost his balance while moving forward on the narrow gunwale of the vessel. He fell from the starboard side just forward of the cockpit and was suspended in the vessel wake and ocean waves by an attached lifeline. He was unable to self-rescue. He was then pulled along by the vessel for at least 8/10 of a mile (likely more) until the vessel made landfall on the beach.


BARDID: MA-2019-0025
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Salem
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Onboard navigation aids
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating the vessel for a sea trail when he struck the buoy and caused substantial damages to the bow and starboard side. He indicated the GPS was not working properly.


BARDID: MA-2019-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Westport Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Witness to hit and run stated that 2 young males were on a small Boston Whaler type skiff operating at a high rate of speed when they failed to negotiate the curve in the marked channel and struck vessel #1 fleeing the scene of the accident. A search was done of the area for vessel #2 with a negative result. Vessel #1 sustained damage. Vessel #2 was not identified nor was the operator.


BARDID: MA-2019-0027
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimac River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tying to dock cleats when vessel #2 struck him causing property damage. Operator of vessel #2 stated he was upset at another boat and wasn't paying attention. No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0028
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:47:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sesuit Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was participating in a training session in very windy conditions when he was directed to take vessel #2 over to an empty dock area to practice docking on the eastern side of the harbor. Trainer then took the helm and showed step by step how to dock the vessel. The operator then was directed to dock the vessel. The operator put the vessel in forward causing the boat to move ahead quickly and strike vessel #1 causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2019-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimac River
NearestCityorTown: Newburyport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was operating at a high rate of speed when he lost control of the vessel while attempting to dock so the vessel could be hauled out for an insurance surveying by the new owner when he backed into vessel #2 striking it twice. Property damage to vessel #1 and minor damage to vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2019-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was driving towards the channel when he struck a submerged mooring buoy on a steel chain. The drive shaft was ripped out of the vessel and water began entering the engine compartment bulge. Tow boat USA removed mooring buoy and plugged gaps in the hull. Vessel was towed to Marina and removed from water.


BARDID: MA-2019-0031
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:23:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Deceased had just recently bought the kayak. He tried it out the day before this accident. He was fishing and wearing a life jacket and his girlfriend was observing him from shore. She lost sight of him and called 911 and a search began. His body was located offshore by a fishing vessel at about 7:00 pm on 6/29/19 and was recovered by the USCG. His kayak was lost at sea. As the accident was not witnessed it is unknown as to how the victim left vessel as well as cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0032
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator/owner and passengers set up in the morning to fish at Stellwagen Bank. Before he left he checked the engine room and there were no issues and the bilge was clean. On the ride back they were going about 14-15 mph and he noticed the starboard engine had a little black smoke. He throttled back at that time to about 11-12 mph. Just before the Hull Gut the starboard engine died. He tried to restart it and heard an alarm go off but could not be sure where it was coming from. He put the port engine in neutral and shut off the starboard and went down from the bridge and could see smoke along the stern and flames coming out from behind the couch on the starboard side of the cabin. He attempted to extinguish the flames but couldn't and all parties abandoned ship. They did not have time to put on life jackets but being a lot of boat traffic in area they were not too concerned. They were recovered from the water. Fire boats arrived and put out fire and it sunk. It was determined the starboard engine exhaust manifold had a hole in it and hot exhaust gasses emitted onto wood interior structure causing fire and a total loss.


BARDID: MA-2019-0033
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Annisquam River
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was anchored in the river off the beach when vessel #2 struck vessel #1. Operator of vessel #2 had just anchored his vessel off beach but it did not set properly and collided with vessel #1 causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2019-0034
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Indian Lake
NearestCityorTown: Worcester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
According to investigation both vessels hit almost head-on but slightly starboard. Neither party made any attempts to avoid the collision, both continuing in the same direction and at the same speeds prior to impact.


BARDID: MA-2019-0035
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Scituate Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Scituate
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was having his vessel fueled at the dock when vessel #2 a harbor patrol vessel was responding to a call. Vessel #2 caused a wake that damaged vessel #1 although vessel #1 did not use fenders at the dock. Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2019-0036
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mattapoisett Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Mattapoisett
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was coming off hydraulic trailer gear got caught in reverse and backed in vessel #2 's swim platform, bracket and ladder. Property damage only accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0037
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-06-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hyannis Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Witness saw operator of vessel #2 accelerate and crash into vessel #2 causing property damage. She then left the scene of the accident. She told the officer when he contacted her that she thought she was in reverse but was in forward. She stated all the boat traffic in the area caused her to be stressed. She was issued a citation for failure to report an accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0039
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:33:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Whalom
NearestCityorTown: Lunenburg
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 (an open boat) was turning to the port side when he noticed vessel #2 (a PWC) coming straight at him. Operator of open boat turned to port to prevent a collision. PWC continued on and the open boat on the starboard side in 2 separate locations damaging the hull. This vessel is a complete loss.  Operator of PWC was issued a civil citation for operating a motorboat negligently and recklessly.


BARDID: MA-2019-0040
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lewis Bay
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 had difficulty starting his vessel. Once he was able to get the vessel's engine to turn over he realized he had drifted too close to vessel #2 and attempted to avoid collision by turning the helm hard to the right. This action caused vessel #1 port aft quarter to make contact with vessel #2 starboard aft quarter. Vessel #2 sustained damage to the fiberglass hull. Operator of vessel #1 was cited for improper display of numbers and failure to notify/update listed address on vessel registration. Operator did not pay citation or appeal therefore a criminal complaint was issued.


BARDID: MA-2019-0041
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-07-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mascuppic Lake
NearestCityorTown: Dracut
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator took a wave over the stern and the bow went up in the air. The boat took on so much water than he abandoned the boat and swam to shore. He was wearing his life jacket. He had a bailing device but there was too much water to attempt to bail it out. He had a similar event happen a week before but it did not capsize. He felt he had too much weight near the stern with himself and a 150 hp motor. The vessel sunk to the bottom about 15 feet down. Vessel is a total loss and was not able to be retrieved.


BARDID: MA-2019-0042
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Onota Lake
NearestCityorTown: Pittsfield
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator's prop struck a swimmer (injured) while towing 2 persons on his motorboat 100 feet from the beach. He admitted to being within 20 feet of a swimmer in the water. He was issued civil citations for unsafe operation and operating within 150 feet of the beach.


BARDID: MA-2019-0043
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-07-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Shirley
NearestCityorTown: Lunenburg
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 was heading north at about 35mph and vessel #1 was heading south. As they got closed they were confused on which way the other one was going and collided causing a side impact crash. Property damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2019-0044
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Drug
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator grounded his PWC in a sandbar, he was thrown from the PWC. 1st responders determined he appeared to be intoxicated. He was taken to the hospital and a warrant was issued for his blood and urine. He was criminally charged with OUI liquor-oui drugs, negligent operation, serious injury and reckless operation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0045
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: White Island Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
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: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Drug
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 had a female passenger sitting in front of him but he was steering. Vessel #2 also had a female passenger on the back of the pwc. Both vessels were operating negligently and at a high rate of speed prior to the collision. Witnesses stated both operators were doing donuts, splashing each other, and getting very close to each other. Operator of vessel #2 admitted to jumping the wake of vessel #1. Operator of vessel #1 made a sharp maneuver to spin his pwc to spray vessel #2. Vessel #2 operating on plane attempted but was unable to turn his PWC and ramped up and over vessel colliding with the passenger and operator. Both occupants of vessel #1 were thrown from the vessel. Both operators left the injured passenger at the scene as well as leaving the scene of the accident. Damages to both vessels. Operators are going before a show cause hearing on 11/19/19 to determine if there is enough evidence to criminally charge them with the following:- Operator of vessel #1 :- Boat OUI-Liquor 2nd office/like offense, leave scene of serious bodily injury, negligent-reckless operation, OUI liquor serious injury, boat oui drugs and serious injury and negligent operation Civil fines for display wrong motorboat ID (civil fine), insufficient number pfds, Not wearing PFD Operator of vessel #2 :-Negligent operation of and leave scene of accident


BARDID: MA-2019-0046
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Annisquam River
NearestCityorTown: Gloucester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was under power east bound through the channel when she observed vessel #2 operating at an excessive speed west bound through channel. This river is a head speed only. Operator of vessel #2 did not give a signal to indicate he was entering the channel either. He did not make an attempt to get away from vessel #1 a smaller vessel and when they passed each other they collided causing property damage. Operator of vessel #1 yelled over to vessel #2 notifying that he struck her vessel and needed to stop to get her vessel free as she was being dragged backwards through the channel by his vessel. He refused to slow down and stop his vessel causing both vessel to head outside the channel. She was then able to get her vessel free and made multiple attempts to have the captain stop so they could assess damage and exchange information, he still refused and power up river. It is unknown if vessel #2 had any damage as he is moored out of state and refused to return phone calls from the officer. Operator of vessel #2 was fined for headway speed violation, leave scene of property damage and fail report accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0047
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bass River
NearestCityorTown: Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator attempted to dock his vessel alongside the boat ramp. As he attempted to secure the lines to the dock his elbow accidentally struck the throttle causing the vessel to propel forward and strike both the corner of the dock and metal handrail. His vessel suffered damaged.


BARDID: MA-2019-0048
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: North Bay
NearestCityorTown: Cotuit
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was conducting a sight-seeing charter for a few passengers. He took his vessel out of gear and began to point out different land marks. He observed vessel #2 travelling at a high rate of speed head on towards him. At the last moment vessel #2 turned hard to port causing a collision. No injuries property damage only accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0050
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:03:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Hadley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was not maintaining a proper lookout when he struck vessel #2 who was not moving. Operator of vessel #2 was ejected from the PWC. Both operators were injured. 


BARDID: MA-2019-0051
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Peters Pond
NearestCityorTown: Sandwich
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 was fishing while drifting when he was struck almost head on by operator of vessel #1. Operator of vessel #1 left the scene of the accident. Witnesses stated the operator had been previously operating recklessly before the accident by coming very close to other vessels, operating very fast and erratically. The witness indicated to the officer where the vessel was now docked. The officers located a male walking close to where the boat was docked and he was oblivious to being involved in a boat collision. Officer detected alcohol on his breath, his eyes glassy and bloodshot. Operator of vessel #1 positively identified this male as the operator that struck his vessel. After SFST tests and a portable breath test he was arrested for OUI of a motorboat, leave scene of accident and unsafe operation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0052
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:27:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wallum Lake
NearestCityorTown: Douglas
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a rock causing property damage to his vessel. He was operating at a speed greater than reasonable within 150 feet of a shoreline. He was cited for negligent operation, failure to report and displaying improper registration.


BARDID: MA-2019-0053
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hull Gut
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
OtherEquipmentFailure: spot light
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a channel marker because her spot light was not working properly. Vessel total loss no injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0055
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Bay
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a submerged rock and sustained extensive property damage to the pods (both where ripped off) on his vessel.


BARDID: MA-2019-0056
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Popponesset Bay
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was towing 2 people on a tube. She made a 180 degree turn and created slack in the line towing the tube behind the boat. She then quickly accelerated in the other direction. During this transition one of the passengers disengaged the tube and fell off of the tube on the outside of the turning arc. Injured fell off the tube and became wrapped in the tow line.. Operator then stopped the boat and he was able to resurface and free himself from the line. Officer determined that the operator had not a proper lookout while tubing and she was criminally charged with negligent operation of a vessel and no observer/ladder on motorboat with person in tow.


BARDID: MA-2019-0057
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Gosnold
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Unseen water hazard
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was transiting from Newport RI to Martha's Vineyard when he struck a submerged wooden pole floating freely beneath the water's surface. Upon impact the engines immediately shut down and were unable to restart. Property damage to both the pod system and both propellers. No injuries


BARDID: MA-2019-0058
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Wequaquet
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Previous to this fire the operator of vessel #1 fueled up at a gas station and states prior to launching make a point to leave the engine compartment open for a few minutes to release any built up vapors. He detached his vessel from his trailer, engaged the throttle in reverse, placed it in neutral and upon clutching ahead he heard a "pop" in the area of the engine compartment and observed smoke weeping from the seals of the cover. He lifted the cover to the engine compartment and immediately saw exposed flames originating from the base of the engine. He discharged the vessels type B-II fire extinguisher but was unsuccessful at distinguishing the flames. As the flames grew large and hotter and the smoke became more and more dense he abandoned the vessel and swam to shore. As this point his vessel drifted into vessel #2 which was moored and both vessels became fully engulfed in flames. No injuries but both vessels a total loss. Cause of accident is built up gasoline vapors within the engine compartment and/or fuel leakage within the bilge area.


BARDID: MA-2019-0059
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fort Meadow Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Marlborough
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 stated that she and her husband had just bought their vessel and she had just taken it for a ride. While returning to dock she had difficulty docking. She backed up to make another attempt to dock and her elbow hit the throttle causing it to go forward at a fast rate of speed. She crashed into the dock and vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2019-0060
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was underway in the channel outside of Marina Bay when he began to make a turn to return to Marina Bay when an unidentified vessel travelling at a higher rate of speed with no navigation lights, collided with the side of his vessel. Unknown information on vessel #2 as they fled the scene.


BARDID: MA-2019-0061
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Great Herring Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
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: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was traveling at approximately 15 mph on his friends stand up PWC. He took a sharp 90 degree right hand turn. He did not slow or look into his turn. He noticed operator #2 traveling straight towards his bow. He noticed operator #2 turned left in an attempt to avoid collision but was not successful. The bow of vessel #2 hit the starboard bow of vessel #1. The bow of vessel #2 stroke operator #1. Both operator's issued warnings for unsafe operation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0062
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Outer Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Hull
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel went over a large wake passenger seated on a seat without a cushion and when the bow of vessel came down hard the passenger sustained injury.


BARDID: MA-2019-0063
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Westport River
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator exited his slip at the marina and immediately began having issues with the current. The throttle went forward and got stuck and his vessel became airborne striking vessel #2 continuing forward and struck vessel #4. When Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 the force caused vessel #2 to go sideways into vessel #3. Property damage only accident. No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0064
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bourne Cove
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: swimmer behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
victim was swimming in a westerly direction heading into Bourne Cove. Operator was at headway speed in the same direction. This Cove is a narrow channel (approx. 100 feet wide and it is difficult to navigate due to rocks). Operator felt a bump underneath the boat but thought he hit rocks. Operator looked aft and saw the victim in distress. It is most likely he saved her life. This area in not a designated swimming area nor was the vessel being operating in an unsafe manner. 


BARDID: MA-2019-0065
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Bilge pump
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was drifting and fishing when his vessel starting swamping with water from choppy seas. There was a small craft advisory at the time. Failure of the bilge pump and operator inattention cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0066
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Big Sandy Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 was travelling south on the pond with operator of vessel #2 approximately 40 to 50 yards behind him and travelling in the same direction. Vessel #2 turned to his port side while making a 90 degree turn. He observed vessel #1 heading right towards him. Both operator's abandoned vessels. Vessels collided. No injuries. Operator of vessel #1 received a citation for negligent operation of a PWC and operator of vessel #2 received a citation in the mail for the number display violation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0067
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was moored when vessel #2 was fishing in the harbor not at the helm. He thought the vessel was in neutral but it was clutch ahead and he collided with vessel #2 causing property damage no injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0068
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Pocasset
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 collided into a moored vessel. He was under power and attempted to slowly creep up to the mooring ball to grab the line with a boat hook. He missed and could not get back to the helm fast enough to stop in time to or take evasive action to avoid collision. Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2019-0070
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimac River
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was backing out of his dock when he hit the throttle and struck vessel #2 causing property damage. No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0073
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Padanaram Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Dartmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator sailed his vessel into the harbor. He went forward to lower the jib sail and began having problems with that process. Engine was running at idle speed. The vessel kept moving forard. He went aft to the tiller but the tiller had become tangled in several lines. His vessel bow spirit and chains made contact with vessel #2 causing a property damage only accident.


BARDID: MA-2019-0074
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Duxbury Bay
NearestCityorTown: Duxbury
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was operating south out of harbor and vessel #2 was coming into harbor at a high rate of speed. Vessel #1 did not have time to adjust course before collision. Vessel #2 admitted to inattentiveness, failure to maintain constant proper lookout, water glare and her obscured view of vessel #1 caused by center console wind shield were the reason for this accident. Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2019-0075
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-09-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was swamped by a wave and capsized. All persons were rescued no injuries no injuries. Vessel a total loss.


BARDID: MA-2019-0076
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:11:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Freetown
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was grounded at the beach when he went to retrieve the boat trailer. Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 when he was trying to beach his vessel causing property damage only. Operator of vessel #1 was civilly cited for unregistered motorboat and written warning for unsafe operation.


BARDID: MA-2019-0077
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:37:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Bay
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Rough
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator ran into a jetty at night. He could not see the front of the vessel and was navigating by instruments only. 


BARDID: MA-2019-0078
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:33:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mount Hope Bay
NearestCityorTown: Fall River
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
2 speedboats were racing (not an authorized race) when the vessel rose out of the water turned on its side and slammed down with a large splash of water. Both occupants were ejected from the vessel struck the port bow of the vessel and into the water. They were operating at a speed greater than reasonable (>85mph) operator when operator lost control. 


BARDID: MA-2019-0079
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hamilton Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Holland
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner had just got his vessel back from the shop for minor repairs when it would not turn over. He asked his friend a mechanic to look at it. It was on a lifted dock the mechanic went to borrow a diagnostic scanner to hook up on the engine.He returned and removed a few of the spark plugs and the cylinders had gas in them and he was cranking the engine to remove the gas when the boat exploded. Cause of explosion was due to gas vapor building up in the boat and a spark ignited them.


BARDID: MA-2019-0080
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Lakeville
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Restricted vision
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator 1 was a Personal Watercraft on the pond and was travelling into solar glare when he hit a wave, felt disoriented and jumped off into the water. The vessel continued and hit vessel #2. No injuries. Property damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2019-0081
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Edgartown Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel 1 was docking when the starboard side bow thruster failed causing him to temporarily lose power and collide with vessel #2 causing property damage. No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2019-0082
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Webster Lake
NearestCityorTown: Webster
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating very close to another vessel pulling a tube with passengers while jumping a wake when he panicked and fell on his PWC. No property damage.


BARDID: MA-2019-0083
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 09:19:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Weather
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was fishing in a kayak when he fell out due to wind and waves. He was wearing a inflatable life jacket. While grabbing his paddle to wave for help he separated from his kayak. He was able to grab another PFD (not inflatable). A woman on the beach saw him and called for help. No property damage.


BARDID: MA-2019-0084
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Beverly
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
MEP was not notified of this accident when it occurred but received notification from the BARD system. A call was received from the Beverly Harbormasters office that there was a abandoned kayak east of Baker's Island. The harbormaster recovered the kayak and at this time the CG 47 out of Gloucester arrived on scene and took possession of the kayak. The harbormaster noticed a bag had fallen out of the kayak with a car key and clothing. CG 47 contacted sector Boston. Both vessels stated making way back towards where the kayak was found. Harbormaster saw the man waving his hand about 100 yards away and was able to get him on board. He was wearing a life jacket. There is no information on the kayak as the CG 47 took possession of kayak. MEP has been unable to speak to operator as the number from the 911 call has been disconnected and he is no longer at the address given. This is all the information MEP has been able to obtain.


BARDID: MA-2019-0085
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2019-12-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Maquan
NearestCityorTown: Hanson
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
2 men took a canoe out on a pond because they thought the pond was completely free of ice. Halfway across the pond they struck ice and capsized. They were not wearing life jackets and unable to locate the type IV life jackets that were on board. They shouted for help and residents heard the shouts and contacted 1st responders. They were rescued hanging onto the canoe. They were cited for not wearing a life jacket from September-May 15th per MA law and failure to report accident for not filling out the boating accident report. The owner could not supply and information for the canoe except that it sank to the bottom of the pond.


BARDID: MA-2019-0086
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2019-10-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Weather
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was sailing in Lewis Bay to the town ramp to take his boat out for the season when the wind changed direction an he lost control of the vessel and fell out. He grabbed the mast and the boat flipped over. The mast broke in 2 pieces and the sail tore apart. 


BARDID: MA-2020-0001
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-01-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Housatonic River
NearestCityorTown: Sheffield
County: Berkshire
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
2 students were doing research when they hit a stump, capsized and fell into the water.    Canoe is a total lose and was not recovered therefore there is no further information on the canoe.


BARDID: MA-2020-0003
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-04-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ipswich River
NearestCityorTown: Topsfield
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had just put kayak in and the kayak turned and started going backwards down River.  

The kayak hit up against a tree causing the kayak to fill up with water and capsized and he fell out. 

His kayak was retrieved further down river.  No damage to kayak.  Operator inexperience cause of accident.  He was issued a civil citation for not wearing a PFD during the required time of September 15 to May 15th.


BARDID: MA-2020-0004
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wessagussett
NearestCityorTown: Weymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
A caller reported past boat accident.  No injuries but significant property damage.  More info to follow waiting for Officer to update.

2 Vessels collided returning to Capt's Cove Marina.  Vessel #2 slowed as they were coming into the no wake zone and following vessel #1 collided into stern of vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2020-0006
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-04-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Eddy Pond
NearestCityorTown: Auburn
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Weather
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was kayaking and fishing when the wind picked up and a strong gust of wind spun and flipped his kayak.  He put his life jacket on when he was in the water and swam to a nearby log where he was able to call Auburn Police before his phone went dead.  Police and Fire department and rescued him from the water.  His kayak was not found and believes it filled with water and sank.  

He was issued a verbal warning for not wearing his PFD while kayaking during the state mandate of 9/15 to 5/15.


BARDID: MA-2020-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: West Yarmouth
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause3: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
3 men departed the boat ramp to go squid fishing.  They had not been out long when they decided to return as the seas were too choppy for squid fishing.  

They pulled in the anchor and started to leave.  They were accompanied by another vessel that was unable to start and they went over to help them.  Operator was running vessel at full throttle and upon approaching the disabled vessel he pulled the throttle back to neutral.   

At this time a large wave came over the back of the stern and began to fill the boat with water.  He pushed the throttle forward and took a large wave over the bow causing more flooding.  The boat was now full of water and listing to starboard.  The boat took another wave over the port side which caused the boat to capsize.  

Operator held on to the overturned vessel for about 10 minutes but could no longer hold on due to the waves so he managed to get to the back of the boat and was able to hold on to the engine's lower unit where he was picked up by a tug boat shortly thereafter.  He was injured. 

The 2nd surviving person was able to swim to their friends disabled boat.  He was uninjured.   Deceased had been holding onto a cooler and was using his arm to try to paddle to their friends boat.  At this time the boat operator due to the darkness lost sight of him and was the last time he saw the deceased.  None of the occupants were wearing life jackets but they were on board the vessel.  Accident cause is a combination of sea conditions coupled with operator inexperience.


BARDID: MA-2020-0009
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Provincetown
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Overloading
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
5/24/20 All the information I have is call sheet.  USCG reported overdue kayaker.  Vehicle was located in Provincetown parking lot at boat launch.  1st body was found the next morning along with the kayak.  Search for 2nd victim was suspended at 3pm the next day.  Victim is still missing. 2nd body was recovered approximately a week later.

Verbal information I received was 2 persons went out on a 1 person kayak that was purchased recently by the female and her husband (not the deceased) on Craig's list.  According to her husband they only went out a 1 or 2 times.  They were not wearing life jackets and capsized.   A bottle of vodka was found in the car.  The vessel is estimated to be manufactured 1966-1970.  There were no identifying numbers on the vessel.


BARDID: MA-2020-0010
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Noquochoke
NearestCityorTown: Dartmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was riding a friend's PWC and hit a wake.  Operator became separated from the PWC (that was the story that was given to the officer by operator's brother who was on scene but said he did not witness the accident).  

According to the brother the only damage was a right mirror reflector and he did not know who owed it or where it was.  


The operator gave a different story to who actually owned the PWC and where it was located.  The injured told the officer that he purchased it from his brother's friend and it was the 1st time operating it. 

The alleged PWC that was shown to the officer is an older model but it did have damage on to the starboard side (pushed in/cracked rub rail and marks on starboard side) consistent with a collision.  
 

The operator was also experienced at operating PWC's.  This lake is not large, has had many issues with PWC's in tandem operating at high speeds, sharp turns, jumping wakes etc. and gives operators of PWCs a very finite amount of time to perceive and react to any type of on-coming contact with another PWC.


BARDID: MA-2020-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Middle Pond
NearestCityorTown: Southwick
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
7/13/20 Still under investigation only Call available.

Hit and run reported.  According to a security camera of operator #2's father Vessel #1 appeared to be racing an unknown vessel.  The camera cut off but Vessel #1 was zig-zagging and crashed into Motor boat #2 (T-Bone). Damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2020-0013
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-05-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinisigamond
NearestCityorTown: Shrewsbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Failure to vent
AccidentCause2: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator took his father-in-law's boat out to Lake Quinsigamond for a test run for the season.  He gassed up the boat with about 15 gallons prior to driving it to the lake.  He was alone when he launched, ran, started the boat and ran it around for a few minutes until his wife arrived with his daughter.  

He ran the boat around the lake for about 30 more minutes with his daughter when he turned the blower off.  The engine continued running and about 5 minutes after he turned the blower off there was an explosion and the boat was on fire.


BARDID: MA-2020-0014
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mount Hope Bay
NearestCityorTown: Fall River
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 struck 2 vessels causing extensive property damage and left the scene of the crime.  Operator was criminally charged with reckless/negligent operation of a motorboat and leaving the scene of a motorboat accident.

Operator of vessel #2 stated that he was asleep on his vessel when he was violently woken up to a loud bang and was jostled while laying in bed.  He went up to the outside desk and saw vessel #1 up against his starboard side.  He then saw the vessel flee from the scene heading south towards the exit area of the marina.  He yelled and screamed for the operator to stop but he did not.  

Operator of vessel #2 jumped in his tender vessel and gave chase to the fleeing vessel.  He exited the marina slip area and proceeded into the Taunton River towards Mount Hope Bay chasing the vessel while yelling to stop.  He eventually caught up to the fleeing vessel and demanded the operator stop and the operator kept stating that he was a solo boater.  

He was able to secure a line to the suspects vessel and jump on board in order to ascertain the suspects information while still underway.  Operator of vessel #2 was able to ascertain the suspects information while still underway.  Operator of vessel #2 informed operator of vessel #1 that he was going to keep the paperwork and phone numbers and report this incident to the police.  Operator then disembarked his tender and returned to his vessel.  

The investigating officer met with operator of vessel #2 and at this time the operator told him another vessel at the marina was also struck.  Owner of vessel #3 was not on board but a witness informed him that his vessel was struck by vessel #1 also.    

Officer spoke to operator of vessel #1 who stated he was exiting the slip located at the Marina.  His vessel was positioned bow into the dock in between F and G docks.  He was backing out when his vessel "swung around and hit another boat (vessel #3)".  His vessel was blown sideways into the wind causing him to strike vessel #2.  

He exited the area at this time and headed towards the marina exit.  He then headed south for Mount Hope Bay.  The officer asked him why did you not stop to which his reply was "What’s the point of stopping?"  The officer replied to exchange information.  He then asked him why he did not call the Fall River Police or MEP to report this incident.  He responded "What would calling the police accomplish?"  I informed him that his required by law to report a boat accident.  He then stated he gave the information to operator of vessel #2.  The officer replied not until the operator of vessel #2 yelled and screamed, gave chase to you and was able to tie up to your still fleeing vessel that you finally stopped.  He stated he was operating the vessel himself and could not stop.  He found the vessel incredibly tough to operate in this weather while only having a single propeller.  The office did not believe him as he has had sailboats similar size registered since 1994.  

Operator of vessel #1 was criminally charged with reckless/negligent operation of a motorboat and leaving the scene of a motorboat accident.


BARDID: MA-2020-0015
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-05-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Danvers River
NearestCityorTown: Danvers
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was kayaking when he capsized and attempted to swim to the beach.  The kayak was recovered and there was a pfd inside but the operator was not wearing it.  

The tide was going out and the water level was low and he ended up stuck in the mud close to shore unable to free himself.  Danvers Harbormaster attempted to free him but was unable to get close enough.  A good samaritan observed the failed rescue and was able to get his boat close enough for operator to hang onto the gunnel and pull himself free.  

Cause of accident was accident inexperience and inattention.  He was issued a verbal waring from Harbormaster for not wearing a PFD during September 15 to May 15 as required by law.


BARDID: MA-2020-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:20:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Winthrop
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Sudden medical condition
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Witnesses observed vessel #1 headed directly toward a dock at a speed too fast to dock safety and it was noted that no one could be seen behind the helm of the vessel #1.  

The vessel then made contact with the floating dock launched on top of the dock and came to its final resting place once it struck vessel #2 on the opposite of the dock. 

 All parties that made contact with the operator of vessel #1 stated he was in a state of confusion and was having difficulty walking.  


 No alcohol was found on the vessel.


BARDID: MA-2020-0017
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-06-10 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Failure to vent
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Inexperience owner/operator fueled his vessel and then started the engine.  Witnesses stated that the blower was not run.  Fuel dock attendant noticed there was gas coming out of the fill tube and then it exploded.    Vessel was not registered.


BARDID: MA-2020-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Orleans
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
After operator launched his vessel at the River Rd landing in Orleans when he attempted to start his outboard motor.  He heard a pop and pulled the cover off of the outboard and noticed that the engine was on fire.  He was able to get off of the boat safely.  

Tow Boat US happened to be at the landing and they took his boat into tow to avoid any further damage to the landing or other boats in the area.  Orleans Fire department put out the fire.  Motor was a total loss.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2020-0019
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Outer Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
County: Suffolk
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Passenger slipped onboard the vessel.  Unable to obtain Hull ID.  Checked VIS and not in the system.


BARDID: MA-2020-0020
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sesuit Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Passenger was on his friend's boat when an unidentified party threw a football to him from the jetty.  He jumped off the boat and entered the water to retrieve football.  

After retrieving the football passenger attempted to re-enter the boat from the starboard aft, causing injury.  Passenger error cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2020-0021
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator hit a rock that was clearly displayed on the chart plotter unfortunately he had a basic landmark that did not have a detailed view of water depths and navigational hazards.  The lower engine unit was ripped off causing significant damage.


BARDID: MA-2020-0023
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wickaboag
NearestCityorTown: West Brookfield
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator 2 was traveling approximately 10 mph when he was struck by vessel #1.  

The 2 boats had originally tied together but operator of vessel #1 wanted to go for a ride.  He was traveling about 20mph without safety lights when he collided with vessel #2.  2 passengers were ejected from vessel #2. 

  He then fled the scene on the vessel.  He later returned to the accident scene to talk to officers.  Operator of vessel #1 was being criminally charged by West Brookfield Police Department for Negligent operation, equipment violation and operating an unregistered motorboat.


BARDID: MA-2020-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:14:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mashpee-Wakeby Pond
NearestCityorTown: Mashpee
County: MA
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was drifting when deceased jumped off to swim and cool off and began to struggle.  Injured jumped in to assist.  Passenger on board started the vessel to try to pick up the deceased and in doing so struck the male, injuring him. 

 Operator's son threw a life jacket to the injured and he was he was able to get back into the vessel.  The son also called 911.  At this point the deceased was still missing.  

MEP utilized side sonar equipment and the body of the deceased with located at 5:35pm in 42 feet of water.  

Owner had just bought vessel, had no experience and vessel was unregistered.  There were not enough PFD's onboard as well as proper sizing for the son who had been wearing a adult PFD until he threw it to the injured.

Owner will be cited for unregistered operation and lack of PFD's.   A cooler was on board with alcoholic beverages. 

Owner will be cited for unregistered operation and lack of PFD's.

It was suspected that all the adults had been drinking and the only confirmed is the deceased.


BARDID: MA-2020-0025
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Oak Bluffs
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 struck (T-boned) vessel #2  the starboard aft quarter of the barge.  

Operator observed a contact on radar and sent passenger to bow for visual confirmation.  

He reported seeing "land" in front of them and attempted to place throttles into reverse colliding with barge at 15-20mph.  

Passenger's impacted the boat, causing injury.  

Operator struck window area, causing injury.  

Vessel #1 failed to give way to a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver - a violation of the Navigational Rules of the road.


BARDID: MA-2020-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:18:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Westport River
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Skier mishap
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
AccidentCause3: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Still under investigation.  Pending criminal charges against operator.  Waiting on more information from Investigator.

Vessel #1 ran aground with 7 persons onboard and 1 being pulled by a tube striking a tree with multiple passengers being ejected.  5 persons were injured.  Various containers of alcohol were on board and consumed by passengers before and after their voyage.  

Investigator states that operator was operating negligently and recklessly at excessive speed at night.  He failed to maintain a proper lookout and failed to navigate the river safely even though a GPS/Chart Plotter was installed and turned on.  He was unable to keep the vessel in a safe navigable area of the river and ran ashore striking a tree.  Towing a tuber at night was negligent and reckless operation and in violation of state law.  He was traveling at 30mph when the manufacturer tow speed recommendation was 20mph for adults.  He was operating an unregistered vessel with only 1 pfd and did not fill out a boater's operator's report required by law.  This boating accident resulted in life changing injuries to one passenger.

Operator was criminally charged with unsafe operation, negligent operation (towing a tube at night), failure to report, unregistered motorboat and equipment violations (0nly 1 pfd on board.)  Operator admitted have a few sips of alcohol but the ethanol came back normal upon hospital drawing bleed.


BARDID: MA-2020-0027
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Chatham Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chatham
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Poor
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was transiting through the north cut of the harbor when a large wave swamped his boat causing it to capsize.  All 4 people on board went into the water but were able to climb on top of the overturned vessel.  They were taken to shore by the harbormaster.  No injuries and they were not wearing lifejackets.  Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2020-0028
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ipswich Bay
NearestCityorTown: Ipswich
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentEvent3: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was operating at excessive speed doing "doughnuts" when he and his 3  occupants where ejected.  Operator was injured, and the then vessel crashed into  vessel #2 causing damage to both vessels.  

Excessive speed and negligent operation cause of the accident.  No injuries where sustained on vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2020-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:10:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Slocums River
NearestCityorTown: Dartmouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 14th at 12:00pm USCG was alerted by spouse that her husband was overdue.  USCG issued a pon pon.  The missing was male who went out at 5:30am on the Slocum River, Dartmouth.  He was due back at 8:00am.  

His vessel was a 13.8 Carolina open vessel with a 15 hp engine.  It was located at 12:57pm on the beach of Barney’s Point in the vicinity of Demerest Lloyd State Park in Dartmouth. No damage, engine was still in gear, was not overloaded and vessel had all appropriate safety equipment on board.  

It appears the victim was fishing and somehow went over the side of the vessel.  No witness therefore unknown what exactly happened.  At 2:44pm victim was located at 2:44pm near Mishuam Point.  He was not wearing a life jacket.  ME’s office results pending.


BARDID: MA-2020-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:24:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dorchester Bay
NearestCityorTown: Dorchester
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Drug
AccidentCause3: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
On July 26th at 4:00pm a male operating a 2009 Yamaha 11 foot Personal Watercraft off Malibu Beach in Dorchester when he struck a mooring line and his vessel struck 1985 Baltic Yachts 35 foot Auxiliary Sailboat which was unoccupied and moored.  

The male was pronounced deceased at 5:07pm.  Witness stated the operator was travelling fast into the mooring field. 

Cause of accident is operator inattention, inexperience and excess speed.


BARDID: MA-2020-0032
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was heading back into Town River Marina in Quincy because he was struck by vessel #2 in the area of Boston's "NC" Buoy.  

Operator #1 tried to get the attention of the 4 people on board vessel #2 when that failed he attempted to avoid the collision but it did not happen in time.  

Operator 1 was able to exchange information with operator 2.  Operator #2 stated that he was having engine issues prior to crash and noticed he was having steering issues when all of a sudden he made contact with vessel #1.  

Officer deemed cause of accident to be failure to maintain a proper look out and was issued a citation for same.


BARDID: MA-2020-0033
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:48:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Freetown
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator hit a wake and his passenger struck him, causing injury.  Officer determined excessive speed and operator/passenger inattention.


BARDID: MA-2020-0034
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was headed back to marina in Haverhill when he misjudged the channel around the backside of Ram Island and hit the marsh.  

When operator hit the marsh he fell forward and jammed the throttle forward.  Passenger was injured.
Officer deemed improper lookout and inattention as case of the accident.  No property damage.


BARDID: MA-2020-0035
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:32:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Indian Lake
NearestCityorTown: Worcester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was going straight and operator #2 turned left and struck vessel #1.  Both vessels damaged.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2020-0040
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mashpee/Wakeby
NearestCityorTown: Mashpee
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
5 females were floating in about 4 feet of water.  The float was attached to their vessel which was beached.  The women saw a PWC coming at them with excessive speed and they waved him off.  He took a 2nd approach and was trying to splash them.  

The husband of one of the women was standing on shore and other parties were yelling for the operator to stay away.  

He then made a 3rd approach and appeared to lose control of the PWC  and collided with the raft head on.  The 1st woman to be struck was launched over the raft.  Upon speaking to the operator he confirmed he had been operating the PWC and attempted to make a hard stop "when Operator engages the gear shift from forward to reverse quickly."  

He said his hand was wet when he attempted to shift into reverse and had slipped off the gear shift.  The forward momentum of the PWC caused it to collide with the raft.  3 women were injured.
Operator of PWC was cited for negligent operation, unsafe operation, 2 counts of not keeping distance from shore, and 2 counts of headway speed violation and a speed limit violation.


BARDID: MA-2020-0041
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Cohasset
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
The state did not enter a narrative; an occupant suffered injury after falling in the vessel after it hit a wake.


BARDID: MA-2020-0042
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:01:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Longfellow Pond
NearestCityorTown: Wellesley
County: Norfolk
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
At 7:53pm MEP was notified via a news article of a non-powered boat fatality that had occurred earlier in that day on Longfellow Pond in Wellesley.  

MEP was not notified by responding departments.  The incident was reported to Wellesley PD at 4:01pm by the surviving passenger.  A 1999 10 foot Coleman canoe capsized.  Survivor was wearing a life jacket the male on board was not wearing a life jacket and could not swim.  There was only 1 PFD on board and the deceased gave it to the survivor.  

The passenger was able to swim 10 yards to shore.  Male was recovered unresponsive at a later time by search times.  MEP officer was able to view canoe and take pictures at the police department.  He did not observe any damage to canoe.


BARDID: MA-2020-0043
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:01:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dark Brook Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Auburn
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
MEP was notified that a male was operating a 16 foot 1968 Chris Kraft who fell off his vessel and entered the water and has not been recovered at this time.  The vessel did circles until running ashore on an island off of Dark Brook Reservoir in Auburn.  At 9:40am the next day divers located missing person.  Ongoing investigation/pending ME’s results.  

The vessel was an old boat in the process of being restored.  The boat had a V hull back with a very flat hull at back.  He was driving very fast at a high throttle,took a hard turn and boat slid and ejected from boat.  Son of victim said his father liked to drive very fast.


BARDID: MA-2020-0044
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
A wake came over the Personal watercraft with 2 occupants on board.  The engine suddenly died and was unable to start it again.  The PWC started sinking.  He was able to call 911 and lost his phone in the water.  MEP vessel was able to pull occupants into vessel.  Salisbury Harbormaster towed the sinking PWC to ramp.

No injuries but total loss of vessel.


BARDID: MA-2020-0045
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:46:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: CT River
NearestCityorTown: Northampton
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
2 persons on a Personal watercraft when operator lost control and flipped over.  The PWC shot forward towards the beach nearly striking swimmers in the water.  Owner had just bought the vessel from a dealer in CT and it was unregistered.  The operator had no prior experience. The operator was injured.  Operator was cited for Chapter 90B Sec.2 operating an unnumbered motorboat and unsafe operation of a personal watercraft.  Operator inexperience was cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2020-0046
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-07-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Taunton River
NearestCityorTown: Fall River
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator told police he was asleep on his vessel when it broke lose from his mooring and struck a cement concrete dock area which was North of the Cove Restaurant.  Damage was not consistent with the operator's side of what occurred.  The damage was consistent with a forward propelling vessel.


BARDID: MA-2020-0047
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:36:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Nantucket
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Injured was attempting to board the boat using the ladder.  The vessel was running at the time.  She slipped back into the water and at the same time coincidentally the boat was knocked into gear.  She fell causing injury.  There were 7 small children on board and one of the children bumped onto throttle at the same engaging the boat into a forward or backward motion.


BARDID: MA-2020-0048
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:46:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Castle Island
NearestCityorTown: South Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and passengers were out for a joy ride around the harbor when there was confusion with a green navigational aid.  They struck a rock and began taking on water quickly.  They were taken to shore by Tow Boat USA as well as the vessel.  No injuries property damage only.  Operator inexperience cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2020-0050
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:05:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Mascuppic Lake
NearestCityorTown: Dracut
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was inexperienced and caused himself and a minor to fall of the PWC.  In the process of falling off the PWC operator became injured.  The minor was uninjured.  No property damage.


BARDID: MA-2020-0051
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had been cruising from Block Island to Hyannis when he collided with a submerged object.  The vessel went down very fast.   The 4 passengers were retrieved by a good Samaritan.  According to a nautical chart it indicates that there were obstructions and rocks awash and or visible at low tide.  No injuries.  Vessel total loss.  MEP was unable to obtain dob of operator.


BARDID: MA-2020-0052
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
The day prior to the fire the owner had been out on the vessel.  He ran the generator underway.  When he got back to the marina he hooked the vessel up to shore power and he did not note any mechanical or performance issues.  

He left the vessel and got a call that his vessel was on fire.  No one was  onboard this evening.  The fire department was able to use an thermal  imaging camera and noted the source of heat as coming from a burnt out outlet.    It was determined by the fire department the cause of the fire was electrical arcing wired due to an equipment failure.


BARDID: MA-2020-0053
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator bought the vessel in June 2020.  This was his 2nd time using the vessel.  He was underway to go fishing with 2 passengers.  He noticed water on the deck and the bilge pump was continuously pumping water overboard.  He felt the boat sitting "weird", had everyone put on life jackets and called mayday.  

The vessel sank and all participants went into water.  They were rescued and brought back to shore.  Upon inspection of the vessel when it was towed back to store.  There was a crack in the hull that appeared to have been repaired and failed while in the water.  No injuries total loss of vessel.


BARDID: MA-2020-0054
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Congamond Lake
NearestCityorTown: Southwick
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
There were 2 Operators in this accident.  Male was seated  with control on the throttle and a female sitting on his lap had control of the wheel maneuvering the vessel.  

In combination they were accelerating and operating in a zig zag fashion when the vessel made a sudden turn throwing the victim and another male passenger off the bow of the boat into the water.  

The stern continued into the turn and one person became injured.

Both operators were given multiple filed sobriety tests and observations and failed multiple tests.  They consented to a breathalyzer test and male BAC results were .19 and female .14.  Southwick Police Department took them into custody and booked them for OUI of a motorboat causing severe injury and negligent operation.


BARDID: MA-2020-0056
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Northampton
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Congested waters
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 states the wake from the Easthampton Police boat caused a wake damaging their vessel.  The police boat received a call for enforcement on the radio.  There was a lot of boat traffic on the water this day.  Vessel #2 was traveling faster than clutch ahead in order to overcome the current and overtake vessel #1.  The investigator determined that it was probably a combination of the wakes of several boats that caused the damage.


BARDID: MA-2020-0057
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Charlestown
WaterConditions: Calm
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tied to mooring relaxing when vessel #2 struck vessel #1 causing property damage to vessel #1.  


BARDID: MA-2020-0058
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-06-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with commercial vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was backing out of dock when he drifted toward docks due to strong current.  He turned left to avoid parked boats and hit bow of parked boat.  Report was received weeks after accident occurred.  I could not locate any information in VIS system to gather further information about vessel #2/owner.


BARDID: MA-2020-0059
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:03:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Metropolitan Yacht Clyb
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had used the vessel the previous evening.  The following morning he received a call from yacht club staff the following morning informing him of the fire on his vessel.  

The cause of fire is believed to be electrical.  Fire department noted a strong oder of singed plastic and arcing wires being present while putting on the fire.  Fire damage is centrally located in the cabin with no fire damage to the outside of vessel or in engine compartments.


BARDID: MA-2020-0060
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:48:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Crane River
NearestCityorTown: Danvers
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Two men were having some mechanical issues on vessel #1 and were being towed up the Crane River by Tow Boat US.  While the operator of tow boat was waiting for a bridge opening passenger was assisting in shortening up the towline.  

Injured was waving to some friend on the river when tow boat shifted into forward he lost his balance and fell toward the back of the boat.


BARDID: MA-2020-0061
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Katama Bay
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was towing 2 minors when he attempted to make a turn. the vessels gunwale and piping associated with the center consoles overhead T-Top created a blind spot.  As the tubes momentum pushed it outside of the vessels wake it struck a mooring ball.  The force of impact caused injury.


BARDID: MA-2020-0062
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Onota Boat Livery
NearestCityorTown: Pittsfield
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Friends decided to rent 2 pontoon vessels and were floating on the lake.  Operator noticed her vessel was drifting toward the sandbar so she started the engine and put the throttle in forward to move it.  

She did not realize there were people behind the vessel and when she went to move it, two people became injured. 
Operator was issued a violation notice for negligent operation and failure to report a boat accident.  It was the 1st time she operated a vessel.  She did not look behind the vessel before she backed up or confirmed if her friends were on the boat or in the water.  In a later interview she admitted to drinking 2 alcohol beverages but at the scene the officer did note alcohol beverages of the vessel but she did not appear to be impaired at the time.


BARDID: MA-2020-0063
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-06-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:58:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Newburyport
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Overloading
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator were head out of the mouth of the Merrimack River when he encountered waves about 6 feet high and after driving over 3 or 4 waves began to take on water over the bow and the engine stalled.  

Operator told all his passengers to put on life jackets.  He grabbed the bow line and then jumped onto his friend's PWC that was accompanying them to try to tow the vessel up the river.  

When he determined that it was too late to save vessel he jumped back onto the boat and then it capsized.  

All 10 passengers went into the water.  The operator of the PWC called 911 and all parties were rescued with no injuries.  Vessel had a capacity of 8 persons.  There was alcohol on board.  The operator had purchased enough PFD's for the amount of people on board therefore he knowingly overloaded his vessel and operated in a dangerous sea state.  He was criminally charged with negligent operation of a vessel.


BARDID: MA-2020-0064
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Inner Boston Harbot
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel transited through shallow water and struck a rock causing property damage.  Vessel total loss.


BARDID: MA-2020-0065
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:12:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Haverhill
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Inadequate onboard navigation lights
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator/owner had been drinking alcohol, did not have navigational lights and ran into a bridge.  Vessel was a total loss.  He was not injured but arrested for BUI from the local police department.  He also received civil citations from the MEP for operation of unregistered motorboat, Display wrong registration number, missing equipment ie flares and navigation lights.


BARDID: MA-2020-0066
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Salem
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Prior to the accident 3 people were picked up from the launch boat and brought back to Yacht Club.  They heard a loud bang and someone said I think your boat was hit.  

They went back to the vessel and there was a boat 18-24 ft boat near their vessel that claimed there was no damage to vessel #1.  They left scene and did not have lights on and did not provide any information.


BARDID: MA-2020-0067
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Center Pond
NearestCityorTown: Becket
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Sharp turn
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was changing direction at high speed when the vessel started to skip and 2 passengers fell off and one became injured. DOB of injured minor was not able to be obtained.


BARDID: MA-2020-0068
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Pocasset Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator ran into a mooring ball causing property damage to vessel.  Operator was leaving marina and got hung up on a mooring chain he did not see and the mooring ball was submerged.  Next day divers removed the chain.  Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2020-0069
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Vineyard Haven Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was at anchor within the designated anchorage area when he was struck by vessel #2.  Vessel #2 was under sail power and was unable to execute a tacking maneuver which resulted in the bow of the vessel #2 striking vessel #1 causing property damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2020-0070
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:17:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Sound
NearestCityorTown: Beverly
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Engine caught on fire.  Operator and passenger shut engine off and evacuated vessel.  Engine total loss.


BARDID: MA-2020-0071
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimack River
NearestCityorTown: Salisbury
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was docking when the tide and wind pushed him sideways.  Bow of vessel #2 struck bow of vessel #1 causing property damage to both.  I was not able to locate the HIN number through the VIS system.


BARDID: MA-2020-0072
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-23 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Fair
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was on its mooring when he returned 2 days later he found damage to his vessel.  Due to the custom built Mahogany damages are expensive to fix.  Unknown vessel not witnesses.  Unknown cause.


BARDID: MA-2020-0073
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:15:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Rowley River
NearestCityorTown: Rowley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was pulling his vessel onto trailer when vessel #2 ran up and onto vessel #1 causing extensive property damage to vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2020-0074
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Mascuppic
NearestCityorTown: Tyngsborough
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 lost power in the middle of the lake and was disabled.  Vessel #2 collided with vessel #1 (T-boned) causing the operator of vessel #1 to be ejected from his vessel.  

It was the operator of vessel #2 1st time on a PWC.  He took his hands off the steering and throttle and crashed into him.  He sped away and returned to the boat ramp.  He stated he was unaware any damage had been done.  He was issued a citation for leaving the scene of an accident.  No injuries damage only to vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2020-0075
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-09-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Danvers River
NearestCityorTown: Beverly
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was docked.  He smelled something burning.  He went to go into cabin, opened door and the cabin space flashed over.  Origin is believed to be the area below the lavatory most likely water pump.  Electrical fire.


BARDID: MA-2020-0076
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-10-10 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnstable Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was on its mooring when it was struck by another unknown vessel.  Hit and run no witnesses.


BARDID: MA-2020-0077
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-10-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Danvers River
NearestCityorTown: Beverley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator misjudged the amount of clearance and get stuck halfway though under the bridge.  Tide came in.  Crushed top of boat.  No injuries property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2020-0078
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-11-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Easthampton
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was drifting in the middle of the river when he saw vessel #2 coming from the ramp area.  He continued fishing and a few seconds later vessel #2 struck the port side of his vessel where the steering console is.  According to vessel #2 he came on plane and the sun directly in his eyes and went to put his sunglasses when he struck vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2020-0079
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2020-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Taunton River
NearestCityorTown: Berkley
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator/owner just bought the vessel a week ago.  A witness saw 4 parties were seen pulling vessel #1 to a dock at Saints Way.  Local police department arrived on scene and smelled alcohol on all 4 parties.  Empty alcohol bottles/cans found on board as well as unopened alcohol containers.  The operator had struck rocks at low tide causing property damage to the vessel.  Operator was cited for operation of an unregistered motorboat, reckless/negligent operation and failure to report a boat accident within 5 days.


BARDID: MA-2020-0080
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Edgartown Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was secured to a mooring ball when it was struck by vessel #2 which was under sail when their sails got caught up "in irons".  

She was unable to execute a tacking maneuver causing the bow of the sailboat to strike vessel #1 amidship along its portside causing extensive property damage.   passenger of vessel #1 were on board and due to the force of the impact caused injury.


BARDID: MA-2020-0081
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 21:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Dorchester Bay
NearestCityorTown: Dorchester
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was operating at night when he struck vessel #2 moored causing damage to both vessels.  He then ran aground.  Operator inexperience.


BARDID: MA-2020-0082
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-26 00:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Peddocks Island Mooring Field
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #1 was under sail coming into the mooring field.  He stated that he did not have the engine key close to him.  He sailed into vessel #2 a brand new vessel and caused extensive property damage to vessel #2.


BARDID: MA-2020-0083
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator and her daughter went to dig some shell fish however they could not set the anchor successfully and were blown down on the beach due to the strong wind.  

Her father directed her to take the helm of the vessel.  He verbally instructed her to operate the boat as he pushed the vessel from shore.  At some point she was not sure if he was on the swim platform  or still in water.  

She was having difficulty transferring power using the throttle.  She pushed the throttle forward too quickly and the boat lurched forward suddenly.  

He was in the water with 1 foot on shore and 1 on the boat near the propeller when he slipped and became injured.


BARDID: MA-2020-0084
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-09-14 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Mattapoisett
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Both vessels were sailing and did not see the other vessel and collided.  Extensive damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2020-0085
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-08-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 22:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Town River
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was attempting to docked when he struck vessel #2 at night.  He stated that he hit reverse unintentionally.


BARDID: MA-2020-1000
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2020-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Woods Hole
NearestCityorTown: Falmouth
County: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Grounding
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
According to a news media report and information from the Coast Guard, a vessel carrying 1 person onboard grounded and took on water after experiencing a 5-foot gash.  The vessel suffered damage and the occupant was removed safely from the boat.


BARDID: MA-2021-0001
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-01-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:16:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Popes Island Marina
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 caught on fire spread to vessel 2 and 3.  A yellow shore power cord was located near vessel #1's vessel.  The origin of the fire was determined to be starboard side aft at the area of the vessel's shore tie connections.  The exact cause of the fire is not determined but is believed to be electrical in nature.


BARDID: MA-2021-0002
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-01-31 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Clipper Marina
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Electrical
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Fire started on vessel #1 became fully engulfed and spread to vessel #2.  Vessel #1 sunk.  No one onboard.  No injuries.  Vessels total loss.  Owner left 2 heaters running in the stern of the vessel due to extreme weather temperatures expected.  Most damage was at the stern.  Exact cause undetermined but suspected electrical malfunction.


BARDID: MA-2021-0003
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-03 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:56:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ashland Reservoir
NearestCityorTown: Ashland
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper loading
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stated that he was canoeing on Reservoir when he swamped.  He stated that he thought the trolling motor may have been "too far back" and the wind kicked up pushing the water into the canoe as it submerged.  

He was not wearing his PFD but was able to grab it and use it for flotation as he swam toward the nearby island.  He was able to contact his wife and emergency services.  As the time of this writing arrangements were being make to recover canoe, battery and trolling motor.


BARDID: MA-2021-0005
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-05-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:19:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinsigamond
NearestCityorTown: Shrewsbury
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Fire started with engine prior to spreading to the rest of the vessel.  Vessel severely damaged.  Waiting on information from Officer to complete.


BARDID: MA-2021-0006
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Squeteague Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (non-fuel)
AccidentCause1: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Other
OtherEquipmentFailure: Water heater
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was on a moored vessel on a mooring when he turned on the water heater and it began to smoke around the insulation that covers it.  He saw a flame.  He used 2 dry chemical fire extinguishers and then went above deck and tripped and fell over board and clung onto an inflatable boat.  He breathed in smoke and dust from the dry chemical devices.    He went back to the vessel and slept on it overnight.  The boat was covered in dry chemical from the extinguishers.   The damage was contained to the water heater only.


BARDID: MA-2021-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-05-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Wareham
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Improper anchoring
AccidentCause2: Overloading
AccidentCause3: Equipment failure
EquipmentFailure: Auxiliary
OtherEquipmentFailure: Hatch
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator traveled to end of the canal where they dropped anchor and began to fish.  After about 15 minutes they noticed the vessel was taking on water.  He tried to start the motor in order to get underway and allow the water to drain but the motor wouldn't start.  He directed some passengers to the port side to stabilized the boat.  They attempted to pull the anchor but the vessel flipped over causing all 6 occupants to be thrown in water.  Only person wearing a pfd was a male.  They were in the water about 10 minutes before they were rescued by Harbormaster and brought to shore.  Operator/owner was injured.  According to Tow Boat USA operator the hatch in the motor mount area may have been not been secured properly or the hatch seal was bad and may have caused it to fill with water.  Investigator concluded possible causes as the hatch/seal was not properly sealed or seal failure causing the vessel to take on water.  The vessel was overloaded and may have exceeded the weight limit.  The vessel may have been anchored from the stern.


BARDID: MA-2021-0008
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:22:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Kingman Marina
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator reported another vessel struck his vessel that was tied to his slip then fled the scene.  The captain tried to hail the vessel but was unsuccessful.  Vessel #2 unknown.


BARDID: MA-2021-0009
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:24:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: North River
NearestCityorTown: Scituate
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner/operator was operating his vessel on a short trip with his Aunt and another person.  On their way back to his home he took it slowly because of the ages of the passengers.  A wave crashed over the stern of the vessel causing victim to be thrown out of the vessel and disabling the engine.  He lost sight of her in the wave and was unable to restart the engine.  He drifter onto a sandbar and called 911.  She was located at 9:45pm and was pronounced at 10:20pm.


BARDID: MA-2021-0010
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-05-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Webster Lake
NearestCityorTown: Dudley
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a hard submerged object and a high rate of speed.  Both were ejected from PWC.  Passenger was injured.  Operator inexperience, excessive speed and waves contributed to this accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-21 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Bay
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Capsizing
AccidentEvent3: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
A family was renting a beach house.  Uncle and his 2 nephews were onshore when the minors went out on 2 kayaks.  From shore the uncle noticed the kayaks fill with water and they were struggling with the current and sea state.  He took another kayak in an attempt to rescue the boys while their mother called 911.  His kayak filled with water when he reached their location and capsized.  All were wearing PFD's and the uncle instructed the boys to hold onto their kayaks.  Plymouth Marine recovered the 3 persons in the water.  The boys and uncle were injured.   Uncle estimated the boys were in the water about 1/2 hour total.  He estimated he was in water about 15 minutes.  Kayaks were located and taken to shore.


BARDID: MA-2021-0012
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fore River
NearestCityorTown: Weymouth
County: Norfolk
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating when he slipped and fell hitting inside boat.  Sustained injury.  Operator inattention cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0014
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:49:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Archer
NearestCityorTown: Wrentham
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Skier mishap
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Minor operator turned to close to the dock while towing a water-skier.  The water-skier let go of the rope when he saw the dock.  He struck the dock and sustained injury.  Minor had taken a boating safety class.


BARDID: MA-2021-0015
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-05-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Merrimac River
NearestCityorTown: Amesbury
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Steering
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 loss steering and collided with vessel #2 a moored vessel causing property damage no injuries.  Operator of vessel #1 was issued written warning for improper marking/numbers and fail to report accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 08:25:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Sound
NearestCityorTown: Salem
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with governmental vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #3 ran out of gas.  Harbormaster towed vessel  to pier.  

The harbormaster was in the process of pushing off Vessel #3 to drift when vessel #1 struck the harbormaster and then struck vessel #3.  Harbormaster sustained injury.  

Vessel #1 was bringing gas to vessel #3 at the time.  Operator of vessel #1 claimed that he began to choke on something that flew into his mouth just prior to the collision and was unaware he had struck the harbormaster or vessel #3 and left the scene.

Operator was sited by MEP for unsafe operation of a motorboat.  Local Harbormaster/PD will be pursing criminal charges for leaving the scene of a property damage accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:44:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Alantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Hyannis
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 stated he was involved in a race event at the Yacht Club when he was struck port side by vessel #2.  Vessel #1 stated he was going to take vessel #1 on his stern when shifting from one helm wheel to the other he slipped on the boats deck and fell down.  He lost control and collided with vessel #2.  Even though operator of vessel #1 fell he was still in violation of Rule 12 of the CG Navigation Rules.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2021-0019
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:31:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Apponagansett Beach
NearestCityorTown: Dartmouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was following the contour of the land when she turned around to look at the kids on the beach.  She inadvertently turned the PWC and possible hit the throttle at the same time striking a rock.  She was then thrown forward off of the PWC.  No injuries property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2021-0020
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:23:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 came up from behind and struct vessel #2 causing property damage and injury to passenger on vessel #2.   He was issued a non criminal citation for operating a PWC unsafely and unregistered.


BARDID: MA-2021-0021
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Archer
NearestCityorTown: Wrentham
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating counterclockwise when he noticed a raft approximately 10 feet ahead of him prior to impact.  He let go of the throttle and attempted to steer out of the way but had no steering and crashed into the raft.  He became injured.


BARDID: MA-2021-0022
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Hingham Bay
NearestCityorTown: Weymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating the vessel up the river towards the bridge.  As the vessel approached the bridge he throttled down the vessel to head way speed to adhere to the no wake zone below the bridge.  During the this time a passenger lost her balance and fell forward hitting herself on the metal latch locking the door leading to the below cabin of the vessel.  She suffered an injury.


BARDID: MA-2021-0023
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nantucket Sound
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator mistook a hazardous buoy for a red can and struck the ledge and then grounded.  No injuries property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2021-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Ipswich Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Ispwich
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was bit by a green head fly on the leg which caused him to accelerate throwing the passenger into the water.  Operator drove over the passenger causing a prop injury.  He retrieved the passenger from the water and transited back to the yacht club and called 911.  Multiple alcoholic beverages where find onboard.  The operator was given a PBT test and did not have any alcohol in his system.  Police Department charged both juveniles with possession of alcohol.


BARDID: MA-2021-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was distracted due to some engine problems and hit the pier off Castle Island.  The bow received substantial damage.  The vessel started taking on water but was able to make it back to the yacht club.  Operator received an injury.


BARDID: MA-2021-0027
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:45:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Bass River
NearestCityorTown: West Dennis
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Starting in gear
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was having engine problems a passing vessel stopped to see if he needed help.  The good Samaritan noticed his engine had stalled out and it may have been caused that the operator failed to disengage the choke from the outboard.  He advised the operator to close the choke and attempt to restart the engine.  Operator completed this but did not realize he had left the hand throttle wide open.  He pulled the start cord for the motor and the engine instantly started with the throttle wide open causing operator and his dog to be violently ejected from the vessel.  Operator was not wearing a pfd and he failed to have a shutoff lanyard to his person.  The vessel was unmanned and operating at a full power in a dangerous motion in the creek.  The dog swam over to the good sanitarian who was able to retrieve the dog with the water.  The operator was now standing in chest high water when the vessel struck the operator.  The stern and prop struck the operator  and began to pull him underwater.  The vessel had now stopped running.  Good samaritian went over and was able to locate and retrieve operator.  The good samariitan was a former EMT and was able to render immediate first aid.  The t-shirt the operator was wearing was the reason the prop slowed and finally stopped as it got shredded and tangled in the prop.


BARDID: MA-2021-0028
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 07:09:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Westport River
NearestCityorTown: Westport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentEvent2: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tied to the dock on fire and the fire extended to the dock and vessel #2.  The fire on vessel #1 caused a failure in the lines securing it to the dock and vessel #1 drifted into vessel #3 while it was still on fire.  Vessel #1 then drifted into vessel #4 causing that vessel to catch on fire.  Vessel #4 had a failure in the lines due to fie and was located adrift approximately 500 yards south of its dock.  The origin of the fire on vessel #1 is undetermined due to the lack of vessel left over after the fire.  Owner stated fireworks were being shot off all night in the vicinity but no fireworks in the remnants of vessel #1.


BARDID: MA-2021-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Vineyard Sound
NearestCityorTown: Oak Bluffs
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (fuel)
AccidentEvent2: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Ignition of spilled fuel or vapor
AccidentCause2: Machinery failure
MachineryFailure: Engine
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was in the process of transiting from Vineyard haven to Oak Bluffs when the engine hiccuped and lost power smoke was coming from the vent and when he opened the engine hatch to investigate there were flames.  6 of his passengers got into an inflatable raft while he and one other stayed onbard to empty water into the crack at the hatch.  When they realized it was a lost cause they left the vessel as well.  They were aided by a passerby. Fire department and tow usa arrived.  Fire was put out.  Origin of fire is undetermined.


BARDID: MA-2021-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Namequoit River
NearestCityorTown: Orleans
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Restricted vision
AccidentCause3: People on gunwale, bow, or transom
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #2 was asleep when he heard a large bang.  He vessel was on an approved and permitted mooring ball just off the shore from his property.  He ran out to see a vessel circling his boat at a slow speed and then drove off.  Vessel #2 left the scene right away.  The owner of vessel #2 realized it was his neighbor who confirmed he struck his vessel and offered him $30,000.  Officer determined that operator of vessel #1 did not have a proper lookout which potentially caused this accident.  Other contributing factors may have been alcohol consumed by operator and or passengers, excessive speed during the night and passengers sitting on bow (restricted visibility).


BARDID: MA-2021-0031
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Fore River
NearestCityorTown: Braintree
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
AccidentCause3: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was operating vessel when a wake caused her to loss balance and fall overboard from the vessel into the water.  The vessel circled struck her glancing her causing injuries.  She was not wearing a PFD nor engine cut-off lanyard.  She was extremely uncooperative with law enforcement.


BARDID: MA-2021-0032
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:35:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Indian Lake
NearestCityorTown: Worcester
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was looking down at his cell phone looking down, looked-up with surprise and struck vessel #2.  Vessel #1 made impact on the boats front port side and was launched over the boat then fell back into the water.  Two injuries accrued on persons on vessel #2.  Both vessels total loss.


BARDID: MA-2021-0033
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 02:47:00
CoordinatesConfidence: C
NameOfBodyOfWater: Boston Harbor
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Flooding/swamping
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
AccidentCause3: Restricted vision
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a navigational aid on plane at night.  This resulted in the occupants being ejected from the vessel.  Seven persons were rescued and brought to shore.  Two males refused medical treatment and fled the scene.  At this point they realized 1 female was missing.  10:00am the next morning the deceased was located.  Accident resulted in six injuries and one fatality.  Investigator determined the operator did operate negligently, failed to  maintain a proper lookout, had  his cockpit lights illuminated while underway obstructing his night vision, not paying attention at excessive speed struck the aid.  His vessel was equipped with state of the art marine electronics.  He fled  the scene with a passenger missing from his vessel and without providing his information to the USCG on scene or passengers on board.  He was not given a FST as he fled the scene but witnesses confirmed he had been drinking on board while operating.  He is being criminally charged by the Boston Police Department.  Active ongoing case in court.  Vessel homicide by reckless operation, fail to report accident and leaving scene of accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0034
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-18 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Cape Cod Canal
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was underway transiting the Cape Cod Canal when the vessel encountered a large wave.  Two of the passengers riding near the bow got injured as a result of going up in the air and then impacting the seats with their bodies.  Due to the strong converging current it is common to have very large steep waves in this area.


BARDID: MA-2021-0035
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:50:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Roarke Bros Boat Ramp
NearestCityorTown: Lowell
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 tied to dock was struck several times by vessel #2 and left the scene of the accident.  Owner who was on the vessel tried to signal to the operator of vessel #2 to obtain his information but was unsuccessful.  Owner stated the operator looked like he did not know how to operator the PWC.  He was criminally charged for leaving the scene of a motorboat accident and fail to report an accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0036
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-07-22 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Wequaquet
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Grounding
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was towing a water skier looked back to check on the skier after checking on the skier he turned back around and notice he was too close to land and could not stop the boat.  He collided with vessel #2 left the water and ended up in the driveway of the owner of vessel #2.  He was issued a citation for improper lookout for not having anyone else onboard while towing a skier.  No registration found in the MEP boat registration database.


BARDID: MA-2021-0037
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:55:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sagamore Bridge
NearestCityorTown: Bourne
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel was transiting Cape Cod Canal was they encountered a large wave and passenger fell injuring herself.


BARDID: MA-2021-0038
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:42:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Newburyport Harbor
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentEvent3: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was attempting to navigate to the gas dock in a strong current on the river.  Not comfortable with backing in stern first she put the bow into the dock and threw a bow line to the doc khand.  Instead of placing the throttle in neutral she pushed the throttle forward instead.  the boat then surged forward onto the dock forcing her from the pilot postion to the stern where she fell over the twin outboard engines, exiting the vessel.  She was injured by the propeller.


BARDID: MA-2021-0039
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-04-02 00:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: GE Bridge
NearestCityorTown: Lynn
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Unattended death not reported to MEP.  This accident was initially determined to be a drug overdose but when ME's report came back it was determined otherwise.  Deceased took the vessel out at some point and unknown what happened no witnesses.  Drugs were in his system.


BARDID: MA-2021-0040
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:43:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Onata Lake
NearestCityorTown: Pittsfield
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentCause1: Other
OtherAccidentCause: Passenger/skier behavior
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
A family decided to rent a 23 foot Pontoon boat with a 25 outboard HP on Onota Lake in Pittsfield. After being underway for 45 minutes a male passenger wanted to go for a swim. Operator was drifting and he shut off the engine. Passenger jumped off the bow of the vessel. He was known to be a strong swimmer. He was swimming around the boat when he shouted he was being pulled and couldn’t get back to the boat. 

Operator estimates at this point he was about 30feet off the starboard side. They through him a life jacket that he was able to get around his neck and right arm. He was still in distress and the operator started the engine to get closer to him. 

At about 15 feet away from him they threw him the anchor line but it did not reach him. His wife dove in and towed him back to the boat. Operator and his wife had extensive boating experience and both had taken boating safety courses.


BARDID: MA-2021-0041
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:08:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Quincy Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Quincy
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with governmental vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was tied to dock when vessel #1 was unable to stop the momentum of the PWC  before it struck the one of the outboards of the Quincy Police vessel causing damage.


BARDID: MA-2021-0042
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-02 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:40:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sampson Pond
NearestCityorTown: Carver
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Missing or inadequate navigation aids
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel struck submerged rock on pond.  All 3 ejected from vessel.  2 persons minor injuries treated and released from hospital.  Property damage.


BARDID: MA-2021-0043
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:28:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Salem
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 dropped somebody off to get a truck and trailer.  He then reversed into 2 other vessels causing property damage.  As he left the scene of the accident and never reported the accident he was issued citations for negligent operation, leaving scene of an accident with property damage and failure to report.


BARDID: MA-2021-0044
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-08-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:49:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Fall River
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Capsizing
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Wake struck vessel causing passenger to to be knocked out of his seat and into the windshield.  The driver slowed down suddenly causing the transom to drop and wakes from the other boats then swamped the boat causing it to partially sink and capsize.  Passengers were injured.


BARDID: MA-2021-0045
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-12 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Sesuit Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Dennis
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator rented a PWC for the day.  He returned it back to the rental company with extensive damage.  Operator claimed he had no idea the PWC was damaged.  Investigating officer determined the operator had struck something but unknown what the PWC struck.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2021-0046
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:41:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: North Bay
NearestCityorTown: Osterville
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator lost control off his vessel and was ejected.  The vessel continued circling and struck a private dock.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2021-0047
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-08-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Onota Lake
NearestCityorTown: Pittsfield
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was wake jumping and collided with operator #2 who was operating in a forward direction.


BARDID: MA-2021-0049
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityorTown: Rockport
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
According to Operator of vessel #2 vessel #1 came at about 8:00 clock in front of him and vessel #2 struck vessel #1.  Operator of vessel #1 stated he was on autopilot on his way to port cleaning the boat when he went to grab something he was struck by vessel #2.  Accident was caught on video officer determined that neither failed to maintain a proper lookout and failure to give way.  No injuries property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2021-0050
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: New Bedford Inner Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Fairhaven
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Tuesday
RedactedNarrative:
Owner of vessel #1 stated that vessel #2 struck his houseboat port side at the bow and left the marina without stopping.  When vessel #2 arrived back to its slip vessel #1 confronted operator of vessel #2.  Operator denied that the vessels came in contact with one and another.  Investigator believes the damage to the houseboat does not align with the damage that vessel #2 had due to his vessel often hitting the midway piling often during exiting and entering the slip due to the width of the slip as compared to the width of the vessel.  Investigator confirmed this damage is consistent with vessel #2 hitting the midway piling and not from the damage of vessel #1.  Investigator can not confirm that an accident occurred between vessel #1 and vessel #2.  Investigator sustained the damage vessel #1 sustained was from a prior accident and not this one.


BARDID: MA-2021-0051
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-08-25 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Salem Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Salem
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 causing property damage to both vessels.  Operator inattention cause of accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0052
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-08-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:54:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Popes Island Marina
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford05:54
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Fire/explosion (unknown origin)
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Occupants on board smelled smoke they thought  it was from the galley but heavy smoke was coming from the laundry area. No flames observed but they exited the boat.  After they departed the vessel caught on fire.  Total loss.  The heat of the fire damaged vessel #2.   Suspected area of origin is the laundry area lower level port side.  Cause is undetermined.


BARDID: MA-2021-0053
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2021-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: Mattapoisett
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent2: Sinking
AccidentCause1: Hull failure
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
While cruising operator heard a nose like a thump followed by a vibration.  Upon stopping and checking the engine compartment and noticed the port drive shaft was missing.  The missing shaft and drive left an approximate 6" hole in the transom below the water line causing the vessel to rapidly take on water.  Vessel started sinking.  Occupants had been picked up by a passing vessel who noticed the vessel was very low in the water and the occupants were signaling for help.  The vessel sank.  Total loss.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2021-0054
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 23:10:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Buzzards Bay
NearestCityorTown: New Bedford
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck bouy while on phone with wife causing damage to vessel. Improper looking out and inattention caused this accident.  Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2021-0056
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Nashua River
NearestCityorTown: Harvard
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: No wind
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was paddling down the river without issue until he came upon a tree that was across the river approximately 3" above the water.  He attempted to limbo under the tree lost his balance and his kayak rolled sending him into the water.  He was approximately 30-45 seconds before he was able to pull the manual deployment chord on his PFD.  His PFD deployed and he was able to grab a hold of his kayak.  He was rescued by the Harvard Fire Department. Operator inexperience caused this accident.


BARDID: MA-2021-0057
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Vineyard Sound
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was transiting back to harbor when he advised everyone to be seated on the bench seats located by the bow and to hold onto the hand rails because the sea state might be a little rough.  Injured passenger let go of the hand rail to take a photo/video when she lost her balance and struck the gunwale of the vessel, causing injury.


BARDID: MA-2021-0058
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-06 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinsigamond
WaterConditions: Rough
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had just finished tying his vessel to dock and put out fender protection when another vessel (minimal information) as the operator saw thisvessel towing a waterskiir caused a 3-4 foot wake that caused the vessel and the dock to rock violently.  This caused property damage to the vessel.


BARDID: MA-2021-0059
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-17 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:24:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: North Bay
NearestCityorTown: Osterville
WaterConditions: Unknown
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 struck vessel #2 a vessel moored in a mooring field.  Operator states that a strong gust of wind pushed his vessel into vessel 2 causing damage to the hull of both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2021-0060
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-06-05 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Menemsha Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Chilmark
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was secured in slip.  Vessel #2 clipped vessel #1's bow.  Vessel was circling to enter slip.  Both vessels damage.


BARDID: MA-2021-0062
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 01:00:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Taunton River
NearestCityorTown: Somerset
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Alcohol
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator departed Yacht club at 5:pm on his dingy.  He was report as overdue/missing at 8pm.  Body was located on shore.


BARDID: MA-2021-0063
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-10-13 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Charles River
NearestCityorTown: Boston
WaterConditions: Calm
StrongCurrent: -1
HazardousWaters: -1
CongestedWaters: 0
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Wednesday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator was departing lock when the lock operator warned over the radio of a strong current being caused by drainage from the basin, creating a cross current once leaving the lock area into the harbor side.  Operator tried to navigate but could not and struck nearby steel pilings causing extensive damage.  Strong current and operator inexperience as well as construction occurring at the bridge.


BARDID: MA-2021-0065
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-09-30 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Deer Island
NearestCityorTown: Winthrop
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Minimum information obtained for this accident.  Vessel capsized and victim fell overboard.  He was in water for approximately 35 minutes.  He was wearing a PFD.  He was rescued and injured.


BARDID: MA-2021-0066
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-12-09 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 11:25:00
CoordinatesConfidence: NC
NameOfBodyOfWater: Richmond Pond
NearestCityorTown: Richmond
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Unknown
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Reporting person heard screaming and yelling for help coming from the pond.  Called 911 and attempted to rescue the individual but due to the ice conditions was unsuccessful.  Victim was located on in the water unresponsive wearing a PFD.


BARDID: MA-2021-0067
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2021-07-29 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Edgartown Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
WaterConditions: Choppy
StrongCurrent: 0
HazardousWaters: 0
CongestedWaters: -1
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was attempting to navigate through the congested mooring field under sail and lost control of the vessel during the transition from sail to engine power.  All vessels sustained damage.  Upon striking vessel #4 he was thrown out of his vessel into the water.  He was injured.


BARDID: MA-2022-0007
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-01 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Attitash
NearestCityorTown: Merrimac
County: Essex
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was was anchored when vessel #1 was tubing on the lake.  Vessel #1 powered down and left the helm to bring in the tow line from his vessel.  No longer under power but was still moving forward with momentum.  Vessel impacted vessel causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2022-0008
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Edgartown Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Edgartown
County: Dukes
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was moored and vessel #1 was underway and distracted and struck vessel #2 head on causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2022-0011
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Quinsigamond
NearestCityorTown: Worcester
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 and left the scene of the accident causing property damage to both vessel.


BARDID: MA-2022-0012
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Taunton River
NearestCityorTown: Fall River
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Sharp turn
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator #1 was undocking at a restaurant and struck vessel #2 which was docked causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2022-0013
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-07 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Onset Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Onset
County: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tied to mooring when vessel #2 struck vessel #1 leaving fuel dock causing property damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2022-0015
State: MA
AVesselLoss: -1
Date: 2022-07-11 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 20:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Apponogansett Bay
NearestCityorTown: South Dartmouth
County: Bristol
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with submerged object
AccidentEvent2: Flooding/swamping
AccidentEvent3: Fall in vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel struck a rock, grounded, fell in the vessel and flooded.  No injuries but total loss of vessel.


BARDID: MA-2022-0016
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-15 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 10:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Connecticut River
NearestCityorTown: Northampton
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with floating object
AccidentCause1: Hazardous waters
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator struck a log on the river.  There was significant debris floating in the river after recent heavy rains.  Property damage only.


BARDID: MA-2022-0017
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-16 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 18:30:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oxborough Marina
NearestCityorTown: Easthampton
County: Hampden
WaterConditions: Unknown
Wind: Strong
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Excessive speed
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator had a passenger on the back of his PWC.  He encountered large waves from large boats in the area.  Both of them were thrown off the PWC.  She was injured.  He had just bought the PWC and he did not have much experience.  PWC was stopped by the lanyard became detached.


BARDID: MA-2022-0018
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-23 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 15:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Masscupic Lake
NearestCityorTown: Tyngsboro
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Unknown
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Capsizing
AccidentEvent2: Person ejected from vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator lost her paddle, leaned over to grab it out of the water and fell in.  She is not a swimmer and did not have a life jacket on.


BARDID: MA-2022-0020
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-07-24 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 16:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Big Sand Pond
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with fixed object
AccidentEvent2: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
AccidentCause2: Operator inexperience
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator tried to stand up on his PWC when he fell off and the PWC ran into a dock causing property damage as well as the PWC.  No injuries.


BARDID: MA-2022-0024
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-04 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Bay
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inexperience
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Thursday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #2 was launching off beach in windy conditions and operator accidently accelerated vessel into vessel #1 causing property damage to both vessels.


BARDID: MA-2022-0026
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-08 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 17:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Long Pond
NearestCityorTown: Freetown
County: Bristol
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Person departed vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by propeller
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
AccidentCause2: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Monday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator stopped vessel to allow passengers to swim.  The wind moved the vessel close to the beach and the operator engaged the engine unaware one of the passengers was swim near the prop.  Passenger was injured.


BARDID: MA-2022-0029
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-19 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Oak Bluffs Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Oaks Bluffs
County: Dukes
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
MEP boating safety office received 2 boating accidents in the mail which were forwarded to the Sgt. that was assigned to this area where the accident occurred.  He tried several times to contact the owners for more information as their reports were incomplete.  He suspended the investigation due to lack of communication with the operators.

The information obtained off the BAR's is all the info4rmation that is inputted in bard.

Vessel #1 was moored and vessel #2 while docking struck vessel #1 causing property damage to vessel #1.  Vessel #2 sustained no damages.  No injuries were sustained in this accident.


BARDID: MA-2022-0030
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-20 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 19:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Norwich Lake
NearestCityorTown: Huntington
County: Hampshire
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentEvent2: Person struck by vessel
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Navigation rules violation
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 towing an inflatable tube failed to maintain a proper lookout and had to make emergency corrective adjustments to his operation in order to running over a minor paddling a kayak.  Vessel #1 stuck the oar causing injury to minor.


BARDID: MA-2022-0032
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-26 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 13:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Barnstable Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Barnstable
County: Barnstable
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Light
Visibility: Good
AccidentEvent1: Falls overboard
AccidentCause1: Force of wake/wave
AccidentCause2: Excessive speed
DayofWeek: Friday
RedactedNarrative:
A large wake from an unknown passing vessel caused passenger to lift off the deck and fall causing injury.


BARDID: MA-2022-0033
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-28 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 14:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lagoon Pond
NearestCityorTown: Tisbury
WaterConditions: Calm
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Improper lookout
DayofWeek: Sunday
RedactedNarrative:
Operator of vessel #2 was having difficulty maneuvering his vessel in the marina and struck vessel #1 causing property damage.


BARDID: MA-2022-0035
State: MA
AVesselLoss: 0
Date: 2022-08-27 00:00:00
Time: 1899-12-30 12:00:00
NameOfBodyOfWater: Plymouth Harbor
NearestCityorTown: Plymouth
WaterConditions: Choppy
Wind: Moderate
Visibility: Unknown
AccidentEvent1: Collision with recreational vessel
AccidentCause1: Operator inattention
DayofWeek: Saturday
RedactedNarrative:
Vessel #1 was tied to mooring.  Owner was going to retrieve trailer.  Vessel #2 struck vessel #1 causing property damage.


