Vessel 1 had 12 people on board, the maximum capacity of people for the vessel.  Passenger stated that the port water ballast was full for wake.

Operator stated there was an engine fault code and then the engine shut off. Passengers then said the vessel started to fill with water, causing the vessel to swamp.  People then left the vessel as it then capsized.  Using drivers license information, the total people weight was 1976 pounds exceeding the max weight capacity of the vessel (1595 pounds).  Also, people allegedly were witnessed dancing on the vessel.  The activity combined with the exceeded weight capacity may have led to the vessel becoming unstable. The operator had been drinking.
Holiday Lakes
Willard                       