*NOTE: Both Vessel 1(V1) and Vessel 2 (V2) are personal watercrafts (PWC''s).

On May 30, 2011 at approximately 1200 hours on the Colorado River V1 and V2 were travelling approximately 35-40 mph down river.  V1 was approximately 2.5-3 boat lengths behind V2.  V2 made an abrasive sharp left turn.  V1 was not far enough set back behind V2 to avoid a collision.  V1 struck V2 as indicated above.  The operator of V2 was ejected during the impact.  The operator of V1 was not injured.  The operator of V2 suffered a broken right mid femur and a laceration to the middle of the forehead.  V2 was transported to the hospital via medical services where he was treated and later released.  The operator of V1 was cited for violating NRS 488.540/NAC 488.430-Safe Speed Rule #6.  The damage cost estimates for V1 were $1500.00, and the damage cost estimates for V2 were $3500.00 for a total of $5000.00 in damage costs.
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