On 5/27/2013, Operator1 was operating his vessel (LA-4973-FJ) on Tickfaw River in Livingston Parish. Operator1 struck a vessel (LA-4191-ED) while cruising upstream. Operator2’ vessel received moderate damage to the incident. Also, the incident caused severe damage to Operator1s’ vessel which subsequently filled with water and was brought to shore to prevent sinking. 
No injuries were reported. 
Each vessel was found to be equipped with all the necessary/ required safety equipment including PFD’s. PFD’s were not used in this incident. 
Operator inattention and inexperience were the contributing factors in this incident. 
As a result of the boating incident investigation, Operator1 was issued a citation for LRS 14:99-Reckless Operation.
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