Vessel 1 had been launched in Des Allemands and was proceeding through the Salvador WMA Oilfield Canais; when attempting to make a left turn vessel 1's bow dug into the water and the operator was ejected while the passenger remained in the boat.  The operator sustained some injury after being ejected and was taken and relaeased from the hospital the same day of the incident.  It is not believed that alcohol or drugs were a contributing factor in this accident.  Both the operator and passenger in Vessel 1 were wearing USCG approved inflatable life jackets and the operators PFD successfully deployed after he was ejected.
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