At 12:15 on 4/11/2010, a report of a boat accident in the vicinity of crosswinds marina, jordan lake nc.  Upon arrival observed vessel 2 with damage to the port side which included broken window, railing torn and broken, aluminum siding damaged, wooden structure damage, fiberglass damage, green in color blinds hanging from broken window and a chair hanging from same.  Through interviews with the owner of the vessel and the marina owner it was discovered that the vessel that struck vessel 2 was anchored nearby.  Vessel 1 was located near hwy 64 just north of vista point at anchor.  Located on the bow of same was a black in color window frame as well as glass on the front of same where the anchor was located.  Blue paint transfer was seen below the anchor consistent with the color of vessel 2.  Operator1 was the operator and only passenger on same.  Operator1was escorted back to the marina for further investigation.  Interviewed Operator1and he stated that he was the operator and had struck the vessel at the time indicated.  Operator1stated that he was attempting to exit the marina and had a starting problem with one of his engines.  When the problem engine began operating the vessel "lunged" forward and contacted vessel 2.  Operator1stated that he left the marina at that time and anchored for the night. Stated that he had consumed approximately 4 beers the night of the accident.  Subject stated that he did not attempt to make contact with owner at time of accident.  Upon completion of investigation,  Operator1was charged with 1) careless and reckless operation, 2) failure to notify owner of collision.
WILSONVILLE                   