Operator of Vsl #1 stated that the vessel had taken a wave over the bow and due to the bilge pump not being to be able to keep up with the amount of water that was coming in the boat, the boat started sinking.  Operator was one mile off coast and was attempting to operate the sinking vessel to the Black Creek at Metro Beach.  While passing by, another boat was waved down by Operator of Vsl #1.  Rescueing vessel took Operator Vsl #1 on board and Vsl #1 then sank.  St. Clair Marine Salvage responded for sunken vessel .  Weather was rough and operator of rescueing boat was asked to drop off Operator of Vsl #1 to Sheriff Patrol boat in calmer waters.  Sheriff Patrol boat then took Operator of Vsl #1 to St. Clair Marine Salvage Yard awaiting arrival of his vessel. Damage to vessel unknow, but over $2000.
Harrison Township             