Vessel 1 was northbound heading out of Bay Point Channel into heavy boating traffic.  Vessel 2 was westbound leaving the boat ramp area.  According to reports from the Operator of Vessel 1, the Operator of Vessel 2 pushed the throttle all the way down and did not have control of the steering wheel.  Vessel 2 subsequently spun 180 degrees until the Operator of Vessel 2 regained control at which time the Operator of Vessel 2 turned the vessel back around 180 degrees, then striking Vessel 1 on the starboard side near the stern.  The Operator of Vessel 1 contacted the Coast Guard regarding the incident but was unable to get a response; Vessel 2 approached Vessel 1 and reported that he did not see damage to Vessel 1.  The parties did not exchange information.  Vessel 1 proceeded to its destination where the Operator found that there had been damage to Vessel 1 as a result of the incident.  No injuries were reported by parties aboard either vessel.  The Operator of Vessel 2 has been unresponsive to providing additional information regarding the incident.
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