Vessel #2 was traveling westbound and had began slowing to make a turn to approach dock.  Operator of Vessel #1 said he turned in behind Vessel #2 so he could jump his wake.  Vessel #1 was overtaking Vessel #2 quickly.  Vessel #2 tried to accelerate away from Vessel #1 to avoid impact.  Vessel #1 impacted the rear of Vessel #2 riding up on top of Vessel #2 all the way to the steering column of Vessel #2.  Vessel #1 then slid off Vessel #2 because of Vessel #2's acceleration.  Vessel #1 was pulling a tube with two riders at the time of the incident.

Note:  Marine Chief wrote a note with this accident saying: "Officer did not issue a citation for unknown reason(s).  But several violations present at time of accident."
Tuscarora Township            