On 05-13-09 operator launched V1 from Horsehead Park one hour before sunset to fish on Horsehead Creek.  Upon his return to the ramp, V1 struck a floating log.  According to the operator, V1 sustained damage to the lower unit and he lost about $1,000 worth of fishing tackle.  Operator stated the accident occurred around 2100 and he notified the Johnson county sheriff's office about an hour later.  He supposedly was told by a dispatch operator he didn't have to call AGFC, to just go to the hospital and get checked out and then come by the sheriff's office the next day to make a report. 

On 05-14-09 the operator went to the S.O. to make out his report and was told he would have to contact AGFC, which he did at that time.  A Sgt. with AGFC told him not to take his boat anywhere until we could investigate his accident and look at his boat.  The operator failed to follow directions and took V1 to a repair shop because his insurance agent told him to.

All estimated damage is based up operator's statements.

There was a small craft advisory in effect during the time of this accident.
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