RedactedNarrative: V1 was traveling West on the Erie Canal when it struck the boat lift. V1 operator was ejected from the vessel falling into the water. 
  
  The boat then struck the last stanchion before making a hard turn and running aground on the canal bank. 
  
  V1 passengers then made contact with authorities about the accident. V1 operator was located two hours after by Getzville Fire Dive Team. V1 was towed by Tow Boat US to West Canal Marina. Once at the marina V1 was placed onto the trailer and taken back to Niagara County Sheriffs Office for further processing and a vessel inspection was conducted. Operator had been drinking and using drugs.