On July 23, 2023 LDWF Agents were notified of a boating incident that occurred at the fuel dock at Venice Marina. No injuries or medical emergencies occurred with the incident. Upon Agents arrival (vessel 1) stated he was paying for his fuel when numerous people approached him stating someone had hit his boat at least twice. 

Vessel 2 was leaving the fuel dock when he accidently backed into boat1. When Operator1 inspected his vessel he noticed two large scratches in the exterior wrap of the vessel as well as the gelcoat. Both men exchanged information and subject stated he had dropped a net overboard and was not paying attention when he went to pick it up and collided with vessel 1. Drugs or alcohol are not a factor in this incident Both vessels were helm steering. No PFD's were being used when the incident occurred.

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