On 06/24/2023 at approximately 1950 hours I, Game Warden for KDWP, was notified of a boat that the motor had detatched from the transom. This accident occured approximately 1 mile east of Marshall cove while traveling at approximately 20 mph westward. The boat was towed in by a good samaritain. The vessel displayed registration numbers and was owned and operated by Operator. I made contact with Operator on 6/25/23 at his residence where I inspected the vessel. The transom of the vessel had failed causing the motor to not be sucrure to the vessel. When the motor detatched from the transom it struck the left toon creating a large dent and puncturing the toon. The motor remained attatched to the vessel by the steering/throttle and fuel line. The was also notable damage to the lower unit and propeller if the mercury 115 motor. I conducted a vesel insepection and found t hat everything was in compliance besides a fire extingguisher. Nothing further at this time....
Wilson Reservoir
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