 operator of vessel #1 and operator of vessel #2 were manuevering their personal watercraft vessels on Lake Tapps, making sharp turns trying to splash each other.  

Vessel #1 stopped unexpectedly and the operator of vessel #2 reported the sun blinded her momentarily and she turned quickly to avoid hitting the other boat.  She said she did not have enough time to avoid a collision with the other vessel.  Vessel #2 hit the starboard side of vessel #1, angled towards the bow of the vessel.  When the collision occurred vessel #2 also struck the right leg of the operator fracturing it.  

Vessel #2 also damaged the area around the steering column causing a large crack in the fiberglass under the steering handlebars.  A nearby vessel came to their assistance and took the operator of vessel #1 to shore.  The operator of this vessel left the scene prior to the arrival of first responders at the scene.  There were no other witnesses to the incident.

The operator of vessel #2 was issued citations for negligent operation and not in possession of the required mandatory boater education card.
Auburn                        