V1 and V2 operated out into the Choctawhatchee Bay where they were racing . V2 came to a idle/stop and V1 began doing donuts in close proximity to V2. V1 operated into V2 turning last minute to the right and puncturing the bottom of V1's hull with the bow of V2. I estimate the total damage to be approximatly $6,499.00.

     Based on the damage to both vessels, each subject's statements, and my investigation I concluded that Vessels 1 and 2  were east bound away from Garniers Beach Park. The vessels were a good distance into the bay when the operator of V1 began doing donuts close to an idling/stopped V2. V1 operator saw V2 in the path of collision and conducted a hard right turn sliding the bottom of V1’s hull into the bow of V2. Causing a large puncture hole in the bottom of V1’s hull and front fender damage to the bow of V2. V1 capsized due to the hull integrity being compromised.
Chotawhatchee Bay
SHALIMAR                      