Watercraft #1 was traveling south in the main channel between mile marker 705 and 706 on the Mississippi River. Watercraft #2 was also traveling south in the main channel near the same location. According to witness both parties in watercraft #1 were facing to the rear because of cold air temperature. Operator of watercraft #1 did not see watercraft #2 and struck watercraft #2 on the right rear side with the left front side. Watercraft #2 capsized throwing victim into the water. Watercraft #1 immediately stopped and rendered aid to victim also calling 911 for medical and police to respond. All parties including witnesses involved were wearing their lifejackets at the time of the crash.
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