RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1 was stopped and occupants actively fishing.  Vessel 1 Operator observed Vessel 2 approaching them from the west at a planing speed.  Vessel 2 continued operating straight at Vessel 1, at which time, Vessel 1 Operator began yelling to Vessel 2 Operator in attempt to prevent collision.  Vessel 2 Operator was unable to see Vessel 1due to having a boat seat in the bow blocking the Operator’s vision in front of the boat.  Vessel 1 Operator attempted to move out of the path of Vessel 2 using a trolling motor, however, despite moving, Vessel 2 was still heading toward Vessel 1.  Vessel 2 Operator noticed Vessel 1 at the last moment, attempting to swerve to avoid colliding with Vessel 1, however the two vessels collided.  
  The right side bow of Vessel 2 struck the right rear third of Vessel 1.  According to statements, Vessel 1 was spun approximately 180 degrees in the water due to the collision.  Vessel 1 Operator was struck by Vessel 2 during impact.  Vessel 1 Operator put his arms out in attempt to slow Vessel 2 and lessen the impact force.  The three occupants of Vessel 1 were knocked to the floor of the boat, however, no one was ejected.  Vessel 1 Operator has since reported that he sustained a torn bicep and that his main motor and trolling motor no longer work.  
  Initial information was received on this incident a few days after the incident.  At that time, the information received did not reach the level of a reportable boat incident.  After the Operator report was received, the additional injury was discovered, thus prompting a full officer investigation.
  