DATE/TIME: Saturday, September 16, 2023 at approximately 4:30 p.m.
INCIDENT: H&N 655(B) - Boating Under the Influence with Non Injury Boating Collision
LOCATION: Colorado River Near Emerald Cove
SUSPECT(S): Robert Pena, 22-years-old, Resident of Whittier, CA
VICTIM(S): State of California
SUMMARY: On September 16, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Colorado River Station Marine Enforcement deputies responded to a report of a boating collision on the Colorado River near the area of Emerald Cove. Robert Pena was operating a personal watercraft (PWC) northbound along the beach area of Emerald Cove when he collided with a moored vessel on the beach. Pena suffered no injuries during the collision.
Through investigation, it was determined Pena was operating the vessel while under the influence of alcohol during the time of the collision. Pena was in violation of Harbor and Navigations code 655(b); No person shall operate any vessel or manipulate water skis, an aquaplane, or a similar device while under the influence of an alcoholic beverage, any drug, or under the combined influence of an alcoholic beverage and any drug. Pena was arrested on scene, issued a citation, and later released with a future court date.
This investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Deputy Justin Bacon of the Colorado River Station. (760) 326-9200. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to use the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463), or you may leave the information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com
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Refer: Deputy J. Bacon
Station: Colorado River Station
Phone No. (760) 326-9200
Case No. 252300068
SHANNON D. DICUS, Sheriff-Coroner
San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department
