RedactedNarrative: On 03/16/2015, at about 5:17 p.m., V1 was cruising and V2 was drifting/fishing on the Cowlitz River located near Salkum WA in Lewis county. 
  
  It was reported that V1 was cruising upstream toward the boat launch near Blue Creek, at almost full throttle, when it struck V2 on the stern of the boat causing it to sink. According to Law Enforcement, both the Operator and Occupant of V2 jumped into the water to avoid the collision. Neither were wearing a PFD. They were both pulled out of the water without injuries. The vessel (V2) was recovered from the Cowlitz River 2 days later. 
  
  The Operator of V1 was cited for Reckless Operation. 
  
  0 Injuries / 0 Fatalities 
  There was no apparent alcohol involvement 
  V1 estimated damage at $2,000 with Vessel as Total Loss 
  V2 estimated damage at $10,000 with Vessel as Total Loss 
  No one involved in this incident was wearing a PFD 
  Both Vessel Operators had mandatory Boater Education Cards 
  V1 Operator was cited for Reckless Operation
   