V1 Operator stated he was traveling towards Lost Bridge Marina at a slow rate of speed when he observed V2 making circles in the water off his port side.  V2 then shot across V1's bow toward the starboard side and started making circles in the water again.  According to V1 Operator, after V2 made several circles it shot in front of V1 again and at this time the two vessels collided.

According to V2 Operator he was making circles when he observed V1 traveling towards him.  He stopped making circles and started going straight when V1 struck him.

Both operators stated they were going at low speed.

Damage to V1 was mainly rub marks from the bumper stip of V2 and minor scratches to the gel coat from the impact; all damage was confined to the starboard side of the vessel.

Damage to V2 was to the port side and at an angle running from the rear forward (not at a 90 degree).
GARFIELD                      