Operator and 3 others had intended to go flounder fishing the night of july 27, 2012.  After launching their vessel from the wrc access area, they experienced motor trouble, went back to the dock and tied off the vessel.  While tied to the dock and attempting to restart the boat motor, the motor began to "run out of control" in neutral.  Operator then attempted to utilize the kill switch.  While reaching for the kill switch, the boat motor slipped into reverse and the motor lock failed causing his left hand to be crushed between the boat motor and transom.  Operator received medical treatment at carteret general hospital for a broken finger, broken in 4 places, and also received twelve stitches for lacerations on his hand.  No one else was injured and there was no property damage.  This accident appears to be the result of an equipment failure.
MOREHEAD CITY                 