V1, A PWC, WAS TRAVELING NORTHBOUND ON THE ICW. V1 ATTEMPTED TO PASS OR OVERTAKE ANOTHER VESSEL ON THE PORT OR left side. this passing attempt placed v1 on the extreme eastern edge of the icw channel and in direct line with the #4 channel marker. At this point the operator of v1 advised he lost ability to steer the pwc and could not avoid contact with the channel marker. the port side of v1 made contact with channel marker ejecting both operator and his passenger. The passenger of v1 injured her lower right arm during the ejection. occupant was transported to st marys hospital and later released without serious injury. operator did not sustain any injury during the boating accident. v1 sustained damage estimated at 2500.; occupant had PAIN TO LOWER RIGHT ARM.
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