RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1 was traveling approx. 55-55 mph in an easterly direction in a narrow channel with heavy vessel traffic in Middle Bay. Vessel 2 was traveling in a westerly direction outside of the channel to the south of vessel 1. Vessel 2 attempted to cross the channel in front of vessel 1 and a collision ensued.  Operator2 was struck by v1 and died due to trauma.