RedactedNarrative: V1 was headed westbound in a narrow canal.
  V2 was headed eastbound in the same narrow canal. 
  V1 cut across the canal in front of V2. 
  V2 took action to avoid collision with a sharp turn to the port.
  V1 and V2 collided  starboard to starboard.
  
  
  On 5/1/20, at approximately 1930 hours V1 was leaving “Bull Shit Hill” heading west in the canal approximately 300 yards from the opening of Lake Hernando. At the same time V2 was heading east into the same canal leaving Lake Hernando. 
  
  V2 was about to enter the first left-hand bend in the canal when he saw V1 heading toward him from around the bend. 
  
  The Operator of V1 stated that he was traveling approximately 30-35 mph. V1 did not show any signs of slowing down or making any adjustments to his heading in order to keep his vessel on the westbound right-side of the canal. 
  
  V1 crossed from the westbound right-side of the canal to the left in front of V2. Operator1 stated that he never saw V2 until it hit him. 
  
  The Operator of V2 (Operator2) stated that he was traveling approximately 28 mph. Operator2 realized that V1 was not making any attempt to stay in the westbound right-side lane. He stated that the operator of V1 never made eye contact and he is not sure if Operator1 ever saw him. 
  
  Operator2 turned his vessel sharp to his portside (left) and the boats collided starboard (right side) to starboard. See attached pictures of both vessel’s damage and diagram of the accident. 
  
  Operator2 stated that his back and neck were stiff. Operator2 refused any treatment at this time. On 5/8/20, I Officer met with Operator2 at his residence. Operator2 stated at this time that he was going to make an appointment with his General Practitioner.
  
  V2 occupant was having pain in her mid back area.
  