RedactedNarrative: On 7/20/16 at approx. 02:44pm, I, Ofc. responded to a boat accident in the area of Bear Creek (Patapsco River, Dundalk Maryland). At approx 02:50pm, I arrived on scene by vessel. Ofc. was already on a separate patrol vessel. I observed the United States Coast Guard towing a vessel and the vessel’s operator. Operator2 was the only person onboard. USCG advised that they were towing the vessel to Anchor Bay Marina (8500 Cove Rd, Baltimore, MD 21222). I activated the patrol vessels blue lights and followed the vessel. Ofc. remained on scene with the other vessel, a white, 43ft, 2010, Beneteau, and it’s operator.
  
  At approx 03:09, I arrived at Anchor Bay Marina. Operator2’s vessel was immediately put on a lift. I observed fiberglass damage on the vessel’s starboard quarter (see attached photos). Operator2 advised that he was not injured and was not under any prescription medicine. Operator2 advised the he was sailing north of the shipping channel heading towards Bear Creek. His vessel was under full sail. He was on port tack and closed hauled. The winds were approx. 4-9mph out of the north east. Traffic was light. Skies were clear and it was sunny. 
  
  Operator2 then observed Operator1's vessel behind his sail. According to Operator2 both vessels were moving approx. 5 kph. Operator2 tried to evade while shouting to Operator1 to avoid collision. The bow of Operator1's boat struck the starboard quarter causing the vessel to take on water. He put on his life jacket on board and notified USCG of the accident. Operator2 has sailed the vessel for over 18 years and advised that he is very familiar with this area. Operator2 displayed no indicators that he was under the influence of alcohol or CDS. At approx. 4:19pm, Operator2 boarded my vessel and transported him to his vehicle. The vessel remained at Anchor Bay Marina for repairs. 
   
  At approx. 05:00pm, I met with Ofc.. Ofc advised that Operator1 was not injured and that he was the only person on board. The damage to bow of Operator1’s vessel was cosmetic. Ofc. conducted a safety equipment check of Operator1’s vessel. There were no violations. Operator1 was not under the influence alcohol or CDS. Ofc. then gave me a written statement from Operator1. Operator1 advised that his vessel was under full sail at the time of the accident. According to a diagram that Operator1 drew; Operator2 was passing his vessel from the starboard side at the time of the accident.
  
  Due to interviews with both subjects this officer has determined that both operators were at fault for failing to maintain proper lookout. All events occurred in Baltimore County.
  