On 8/4/2012, at about 6:41pm a collision in the area of Lowell Park, in the Snohomish River occurred.  The location was later determined to be in the Snohomish River near Rotary Park.  Emergency personnel from Everett PD and FD responded to the location. 

A 1976 19' Spectra Marine open motorboat had collided with a deadhead.  The 3 occupants of the vessel, operator, and passengers had been thrown into the water but were rescued by good Samaritans.  The rescued occupants were transported to the Rotary boat launch where they were contacted by Everett Fire and arriving Everett PD personnel. 

The boat was partially submerged with its bow striking straight up.  The occupants of the boat sustained minor abrasions and bruising.  None of the involved parties were transported to a medical facility for additional medical treatment. 

No obvious signs of the operator being intoxicated or alcoholic beverage containers in the vessel.  One passenger only was wearing a PFD.  The vessel sustained approximately $2000 in damages.  The operator admitted that he was probably traveling too fast and not paying attention.  The cause of the accident appeared to by Negligent Vessel Operation.

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