RedactedNarrative: The following boat accident occurred on August 24, 2012, at approximately 1630 hours.
  
  The operator of Vessel I was traveling in a westerly direction when he noticed that he was taking on water in the stern of the boat.  He proceeded to bail and pump with both a hand and electric bilge pump, but was not able to keep up with the intake of water.  He flagged down a nearby boater who was able to assist.  The boat was assessed by a local marina and it was determined that the hull damage that led to the flooding was from plywood deterioration on the port side, under the port decks stern stringer.  There was no sign of collision or striking of a submerged object.  Damages were estimated to be $4,500.00.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Lake Winnipesaukee
NearestCityTown: Wolfeboro                     