RedactedNarrative: Vessel was traveling in the Apache oil field canals near Catfish Lake. He was accompanied by his two grandsons. While traveling he noticed that one of his unused PFDs was about to blow out of the vessel. He let go of the steering wheel which was a single cable "Tele-Flex" steering system.  The motor turned hard to port. His 10 yr old grandson was thrown from the vessel. Victim  received a 7 inch cut to his right leg. Both minors were wearing their PFD at the time of the accident. Drugs and alcohol are not supected in this case.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Apache Canal
NearestCityTown: Golden Meadow                 