Vessel 1 operated by PC3 was drifting in the Rehoboth Bay with the motor turned off. Vessel 2 operated by D1, was exiting Herring Creek and entering the Rehoboth Bay. Vessel 2 had two children sitting in forward bow seats that are in front of the helm. Vessel 2 was estimated to be traveling at 20-25 MPH with other vessels in front of it. Other vessels went off in different directions and Vessel 2 maintained a straight course out of Herring Creek. Occupants on Vessel 1 saw Vessel 2 approaching at head on bearing with risk of collision. Vessel 1 was not turned on by operator to maneuver out of the way, occupants were yelling and waiving to get the attention of Vessel 2. Operator of vessel 2 did not see Vessel 1 until the very last moments prior to collision. Occupant on Vessel 1 bow seat, PC1 voluntarily jumped off vessel 1 into the water to avoid being stuck by Vessel 2. Moments before collision operator of Vessel 2 engaged the motor in reverse to reduce speed and struck Vessel 1 directly head on bow to bow. Gate and framing of Vessel 1 was impacted and pushed into the vessel. The carpeting of Vessel 1 was ripped, and plywood was damaged with clear transfer marks on the carpeting. Vessel 2 slightly ramped Vessel 1 and slid back off after collision. PC4 attempted to jump into the water before collision but failed to do so. The impact threw PC4 forwards towards the bow and she landed on her hip on the deck of the boat. PC3 had a minor cut on his hand, which he believes was caused from hitting his hand on the windshield. Both PC3 and PC4 were evaluated by EMS at Pot Nets Cove side boat ramp and refused any further medical treatment beyond first aide. No subjects on Vessel 2 were injured. Vessel 2 had minor damage to hull in the area of the bow eye, gel coat damage. Operator of Vessel 2 (D1) was issued citation for State charge careless operation of vessel. 
Rehoboth Bay
Millsboro                     