Overview

• A 65-foot private boat collided with the port side of the carrier on Friday, leaving scrapes in its special protective paint.
• San Diego Harbor Police located the vessel near Coronado Ferry Landing and arrested the unnamed 40-year-old captain on hit-and-run charges and suspicion of boating under the influence.
• The museum’s spokesperson estimated about $100,000 in repair costs and said contractors will next assess electrical systems for corrosion protection.
• Authorities impounded the vessel and are reviewing public webcam footage as part of the ongoing investigation.
• The USS Midway Museum has stayed open without disrupting visitor access and reported no injuries to guests or staff.