On March 17, 2013 at approximately 1130 hours, V1 (Vessel) was approximately one quarter mile to the southwest of Big Carlos Pass Bridge heading towards the Gulf of Mexico at approximately 10 to 20 mph.  At the same time, V2 (PWC) was also heading southwest towards the Gulf of Mexico at approximately 10 to 20 mph.  V2 was approximately fifteen yards to the southwest of V1while traveling in the same direction.  V2 was also approximately ten yards ahead of V1.  V2 slowed its speed (under 10 mph) due to a large wake coming from the south. V1 continued its southwesterly heading at approximately 10 to 20 mph.  V2 slowed its speed as it rode over the wake. At the same time V1 had caught up with V2 and was now directly behind V2.  V1 slowed its speed (approximately 10mph) but was unable to avoid colliding with V2.  V1 struck both the stern of V2 and the rear passenger of V2.  Both occupants of V2 were ejected and were later rescued by another vessel that was in the area.  The operator of V2 was not injured.  The passenger of V2 was transported to Lee Memorial Hospital and treated for a concussion like symptoms.
Victim was treated in the Emergency Room and was released later that day. I interviewed victim on 3/18/13 and observed large bump on the right side of her head. Victim stated the bump was caused by the vessel that hit her.
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