RedactedNarrative: V2 was traveling South East toward Monroe Harbor at a cruising speed between 10-20mph. V1 was traveling West toward the Jardine Water Plant at speeds estimated between 25-30mph. V2 saw V1 heading toward them and immediately turned hard to starboard to avoid a collision. V1 struck V2 on the port stearn, puncturing a hole in corner of the swimdeck. V2 utilized the marine radio, channel 16, to report the accident. V2 was receiving alerts they were taking on water and were assisted back to Monroe harbor by towboat USA. V1 received major bow damage, causing V1 to take on water and become partially submerged. No injuries beyond basic first aid were reported. Damage estimates for V2 were $10,000. Damage estimate for V1 is a total loss.
  
  Witness statements collected indicate V1 was attempting to jump the wake of V2 in congested waters. Coast Guard Auxilary were on scene to asssit V1 operator out of the water due to his vessel starting to sink.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Michigan
NearestCityTown: Chicago                       