RedactedNarrative: Operator was operating his vessel in Perdido Bay. Operator was traveling east along the north shore heading to the Lillian AL boat ramp. While following the shore line he failed to realize that he was approaching a privately owned dock.
  
   Operator struck the end corner pilon damaging both his vessel and the dock. After the collision Operator fell out of the boat and a local resident was able to recover him from the water while another was able to take control of the vessel. Upon arrival on scene the investigating officer could smell the odor of an alcoholic beverage coming from his breath. He stated he had been drinking. Standardized Field Sobriety tests were given and as a result of his performance he was arrested for BUI.
  