RedactedNarrative: On Saturday August 8, 2020 at approximately 2052 hrs. on Old Hickory Lake in Drakes Creek a 40'' Sea Ray cabin cruiser (Vessel 1) was headed southwest towards Drakes Creek Marina where that vessel docks while a 32''8" Sea Ray cabin cruiser (Vessel 2) was headed north towards Creekwood Marina where that vessel docks. 
  
  Vessel 1 was traveling at idle speed while Vessel 2 was plowing going approximately 15-20 miles per hour. Water conditions were calm with light winds and clear skies at the time of the incident. The accident occurred after dark during the night.
  
  Based on witness statements it was determined that both vessels maintained and continued their course until Vessel 2 struck Vessel 1 on the port side of the bow approximately 2 feet from the tip of the bow causing extensive damage to Vessel 1. 
  
  Vessel 2 ramped up the port side bow of Vessel 1 creating significant paint transfer with substantial fiberglass and metal railing damage. Vessel 2 suffered paint and minor surface damage to the keel and bow hull. 
  
  In conclusion speed played a crucial role that caused Vessel 2 to plow making the vessel''s bow rise in a much more elevated position than normal, greatly restricting the operator''s visibility at the helm. 
  
  Vessel 1 rang their bell and honked their horn but failed to gain the attention of the operator of Vessel 2. Ultimately Vessel 2 failed to yield to Vessel 1 per navigational laws which led to Vessel 2 striking Vessel 1. Witness accounts also state that both vessels were displaying proper navigational lights at the time of the incident.
  