Vessel 1 was headed west from Bay Point Marina toward the Johnson's Island Bridge; Vessel 2 was headed east from the Johnson's Island Bridge toward Bay Point Marina.  As Vessel 1 and Vessel 2 passed each other, both to starboard, the Operator of Vessel 2 changed direction to head south.  The Operator of Vessel 2 then throttled and accelerated Vessel 2, striking Vessel 1 mid-aft on the starboard side and creating a hole in Vessel 1 at the point of impact with the bow of Vessel 2.   Witnesses to the incident assisted the Operator and Occupants of Vessel 1, while the Operator of Vessel 2 left the scene.  The Operator of Vessel 2 was identified by friends and contacted approximately 1 1/2 hours following the incident, at which time investigating officers noticed the smell of alcohol on his person and observed the Operator of Vessel 2 with bloodshot watery eyes.  The Operator of Vessel 2 reported that he had been drinking and field sobriety tests were performed, however, the Operator of Vessel 2 was not placed under arrest for operating under the influence.  The Operator of Vessel 2 also reported using marijuana the day prior to the accident.
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