Operator 1 was driving the boat. His vision was blocked by one of his passengers. Someone yelled "pontoon boat". The operator tried to turn the boat to the right, but could not avoid striking the boat. Vessel 1 continuted into shore where it struck some bushes. The operator checked to see if all passengers were ok before they pushed the boat back into the water. Everyone went back to the party and everyone decided they would keep quiet about the accident so that no one would be charged.
East Haddam                   