Vessel 1 had just come up onto plane when one of the Occupants aboard Vessel 1 advised the Operator to watch out for Vessel 2 which was approaching from the port stern of Vessel 1.  The Operator of Vessel 1 then slowed to an idle speed, continuing to move forward and putting Vessel 1 directly into the path of Vessel 2.  Vessel 2 struck the port stern area of Vessel 1, breaking the mast from the board of Vessel 2 and knocking the Operator unconscious as he fell into the water.  Following the collision, the Operator of Vessel 1 dove into the water to assist the Victim who was floating face down in the water.  The Operator of Vessel 1 was able to pull the Victim (from Vessel 2) to the back platform of Vessel 1 and contact emergency services for assistance  Both Vessel Operators were cited in this incident.
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