RedactedNarrative: Operator1 stated that he was operating a personal watercraft alone (Vessel 1, V1) and had just launched for the day.  Operator1 was operating and spinning in circles in close proximity to Operator2 who was a friend and had also just launched.  Operator2 was operating a personal watercraft alone (Vessel 2, V2).  Operator2 was also operating and spinning in circles in close proximity to V1.  Operator1 had looked to his rear as a third, uninvolved friend was launching on an uninvolved vessel.  When Operator1 turned back around, he realized Operator2 had stopped V2facing down river, and Operator1 was unable to avoid the collision, striking Operator2 and V2.  Operator2 was ejected.  Operator1 voluntarily entered the water to assist Operator2.
  
  Operator2 stated that he was operating V2 in circles and came to a stop shortly after launching.  Operator2 turned to the rear and saw Operator1 coming very quickly, directly at Operator2.  Operator2 was unable to maneuver and avoid the collision.  Operator2 reported that he was ejected into the water and was assisted/rescued by Operator1.  Operator2 confirmed that he suffered a lacerated liver in the collision.
   