Off. followed up on a boating accident that occurred on 5-7-13 in Allen's Harbor, RI.  Operator/owner of the boat (Vessel 1, a 38' Hunter sailboat) stated that approximately 1:00pm he was underway and making way under propulsion in the harbor when he struck an unattended moored vessel (Vessel 2).  Operator1 said that his view was obstructed by passengers on the bow of his boat.   Vessel 2, a 1984 24' Rampage was struck on the starboard side leaving scratches along the length of the hull.  The bow rail was damaged and pulled from its anchoring points causing damage to the fiberglass.  Estimated damages for Vessel 2 is $10,900.  No injuries were reported.  Cause of accident was Failure to Maintain a Proper Lookout.
NORTH KINGSTOWN