RedactedNarrative: Single vessel boating accident due to collision with fixed object (oyster bed and mangroves). Vessel Operator failed to maintain proper lookout, operated at an unsafe speed, failed to take action to avoid collision, violated restricted area idle speed zone, and operated vessel in a careless manner with consideration for restricted visibility, nearby vessel traffic, narrow channels with blind corners, and congested commercial wharf area. Operator’s normal faculties to safely operate vessel were impaired and he attempted to evade investigation which resulted in his arrest for BUI and leaving scene of accident without notice to LE. Operator was single occupant and registered owner of vessel, minor injuries. 
  
  
  On July 21, 2018, between the hours of 1620-1628 hours, the OPERATOR operated his vessel through the commercial wharf area in North Naples Bay at a speed in excess of the posted idle speed zone. The OPERATOR crossed under the US-41 bridge northbound, turned east and accelerated onto full plane again in violation of the idle speed no wake zone, during a rain storm with restricted visibility.  The vessel grounded on an oyster bar with mangrove tree growth.  