On June 23, 2023 at approximately 21:15 Vessel 1 (V1), was struck by Vessel 2 (V2) while anchored in the Station Camp Creek area of Old Hickory Lake. *** Vessel 1 (V1) was anchored in the Station Camp Creek area. There were six individuals on board this vessel. Vessel 2 (V2) was traveling from the main channel area back to station camp creek boat ramp. 

Individuals on V1 saw V2 heading straight for them. They began to scream and wave their hands. Operator2 admitted to not seeing them until right before striking V1. Two individuals jumped off of V1 in fear that they were going to be hit by the boat. Good samaritans on other vessels came to the aid of V1 and helped get individuals back to Station Camp Creek boat ramp. Both V1 and V2 were able to be driven back on their own to the boat ramp.

No injuries were involved in this collision.

It was dark outside during the collision. V2 did have their docking lights on while underway.

V2 and V1 did have their appropriate anchor and navigation lights on.

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