Owner (Rental Facility) stated that the operator had called that morning and stated V1 was disabled. Operator advised them he had been backing up and believed he hit something; rendering V1 inoperable. Operator also stated V1 was leaking oil after the collision. Upon examination much of the cavitation plate had broken off, the prop received damage, the steering linkage was compromised and the inner workings of the lower unit were also compromised and would not turn the prop. 

Even though asked (via phone) to remain on scene until this officer could arrive; he departed and returned home to TX. Attempts to contact have so far been unsuccessful.
NORTH SHORES/BUCKVILLE