RedactedNarrative: Operator of vessel not paying attention, started engine to prevent hitting shore while drifting.  The rapid throw in reverse caused a sudden dip of the stern at the same time a swimmer was coming up out of the water. Swimmer lost balance and was thrown back into the water where he was drawn into the propeller.
NameOfBodyOfWater: Elephant Butte Lake
NearestCityTown: Elephant Butte                