Operator of Vessel #2 stated that he was heading south at approximately 20 mph.  Waters were calm, and he had his navigation lights on.  He stated that Vessel #1 was traveling west at approximately 50 mph and struck the port/aft side of his boat.  Operator of Vessel #2 relayed a mayday distress call on his radio.  Vessel #1 sank fast and Vessel #2 stayed afloat for a short period of time.  
Marine one towing was able to get the nine victims our of the water, and transport all victims to the St. Clair Shores USCG station.  Operator of Vessel #2 stated he had consumed a few beers and he consented to go to the hospital where blood draw was completed.
Most passengers were also taken to the St. Johns Detroit hospital.

When officers went back to the scene and when sheriff dive team arrived, they recovered the submerged body. It was transported to the USCG station and then turned over to the medical examiner of the hospital.  Both boats were salvaged and secured at the St. Clair Marine Salvage.

St. Clair Shores              