RedactedNarrative: On 6-6-2018 a two-vessel collision occurred on Lake Guntersville near the 365 mile marker.  The commercial tow vessel Edwin L. Kennedy (Vessel 2) was traveling up river on the right side of the river channel. 
  
  At the same time the 30'' sailboat (Vessel 1) was traveling under power down river on the same side of the channel as Vessel 2.  
  
  According to witness statements and physical evidence Vessel 1 turned to its starboard directly in front of Vessel 2 causing a collision.  Vessel 2 struck Vessel 1 with the head of the center barge.  Vessel 1 was struck on its port side.
  
   According to witnesses, after the forward movement had stopped Vessel 1 continued travelling down river and refused assistance.  Alabama Marine Patrol Troopers contacted Vessel 1 after the sailboat ran aground in the Seibold Creek area of Lake Guntersville shortly after the collision. Investigating Troopers are working with the Marshall County DA''s office to determine if the operator of Vessel 1 was operating under the influence of alcoholic beverages. Additional records have been subpoenaed and the criminal case remains under investigation.
  
  
  Vessel 2 operator holds a USCG Captain''s license.
  