RedactedNarrative: Based on statements completed at this time:
  
  Vessel #1 and Vessel #2 had left the area of Gilmore Dock and were traveling in the main channel. Vessel #1 was ahead with Vessel #2 following behind. Operator of Vessel #2 advised the operator of Vessel #1 made an unexpected turn. 
  
  At that time, Vessel #2 struck Vessel #1. Both operators were ejected. A pontoon boat transported the subjects to Gilmore Dock. The operator of Vessel #1 was transported to Morristown Hamblen Hospital by Grainger EMS. He was later transferred to UT Medical Center for further treatment of a lumbar fracture and a dislocated shoulder. The operator of Vessel #2 was checked by Grainger EMS on scene for swelling and lacerations around his right eye believed to be caused by sunglasses and water impact. The operator of Vessel #1, Operator1, was unable to be interviewed at the time of the incident due to injuries sustained. Witnesses stated both subjects were wearing personal flotation devices and had lanyards attached.
  
  This report is preliminary and will be updated when all statements are completed.
  
  
  Updated on 06/21/2022
  
  Based on all statements:
  
  On 06/10/2022 at approximately 1:45 p.m., a two vessel collision with injury beyond first aid occurred on Cherokee Lake in Grainger County. Vessel #1 was being operated by Operator1. Vessel #2 was being operated by Operator2. Both operators advised they left the Gilmore Dock area, traveled to the main channel and headed upstream. Both operators advised they were traveling at approximately 25 mph and distance between the vessels is unknown. Vessel #1 was the lead vessel with Vessel #2 traveling behind. 
  
  The operator of Vessel #1 advised he observed two oncoming bass boats traveling together at approximately 10 mph and not on plane. The operator of Vessel #1 advised he was trying to determine the direction of travel of the bass boats to avoid them. The operator of Vessel #1 advised when he attempted twice to change direction, the boats would change direction the same way. He then made a hard turn to the left so the boats would know which direction he was headed to avoid collision. 
  
  Operator of Vessel #2 also stated Vessel #1 had made an unexpected turn. Based on both operator statements and an independent witness, Vessel #2 struck Vessel #1 on the port side. There is unexplained damage to the starboard side of Vessel #1. Both operators were ejected. A pontoon boat transported the subjects to Gilmore Dock. 
  
  the operator of Vessel #1 was transported to Morristown Hamblen Hospital by Grainger EMS. He was later transferred to UT Medical Center for further treatment of a lumbar burst fracture (L2 burst, L3 L4 & L5 compression) and a dislocated left shoulder. The operator of Vessel #2 was checked by Grainger EMS on scene for swelling and lacerations around his right eye believed to be caused by sunglasses. Witnesses stated both subjects were wearing personal flotation devices and had the required lanyards attached.
  