Boat operator #2 was traveling parallel along the shore, approx. 25 to 30 mph, 100 yards off shore in a NW direction.  Boat operator #1 was travelling out away from shore and then began travelling at an angle towards shore, in a Northerly direction.  As boat #2 maintained it's course, Boat #1 continued to travel at an angle towards Boat #2.  Boat #1 speed was approximately 25-30 mph.  Boat #1 subsequently struck boat #2 on the left rear (stern) causing occupants on both jest-skis to be ejected.  Operator of boat #1 and passenger of boat #2 assisted, operator of Boat #2 to antoher vessel close by, as the operator had sustained injuries to his right leg.  Both vessels were subsequently taken to shore in front of Ike Kinswa State Park, where the incident was then reported.

Once Aid and LE arrived on-scene, statements were taken and both vessels were visually inspected, this also included Life Jackets, which they were all wearing.  Boat Operator #2 transported to Morton General Hosp. where he was treated for his injuries.  The other two individuals sustained monor bruising which did not require any medical attention.  A full investigation subsequently followed.

During investigation the boat operator #1 admitted that he was not paying attention and that he was looking for other oncoming vessels behind him and to his side, prior to striking boat operator #2.  Neither Boat Operator had a Boating Education Card.  While conducting inspections of both vessel, neither had proper documentation on board nor were either of the fire extingusihers operable.