RedactedNarrative: Operator 1 stated to the effect he was transiting into the Atlantic Ocean from Townsend Inlet near the end of the jetty and a large wave caused the bow to elevate, and victim went up and down and hit the forward platform. Operator 1 also stated he was a first responder and immediately evaluated his girlfriend for injuries. 
  
       Investigation on scene revealed: Vessel 1 was transiting East outbound the Townsend's Inlet and Victim 1 was sitting on the forward platform of the bow. The vessel was transiting bow into the seas and was exposed to a large swell for the vessel size and flat bottom design, causing Victim 1 to become airborne on the forward platform. Victim 1 then landed on the forward platform on her buttocks, causing pain and discomfort. Vessel 1 transited to Sea Isle City Marine, where Sea Isle City EMS evaluated, and transported same to Cape May Regional Medical Center for further evaluation. Operator 1 is primarily at fault in this investigation for not utilizing "Safe Speed" while transiting outbound Townsends inlet as described in the U.S. Coast Guard Rules of the Road.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Atlantic Ocean
NearestCityTown: Middle Township               