Subject was operating his vessel, on the Mermentau River, traveling south from Landing in Lowry.  Subject was on the left side of the channel and collided with a tree on the bank.  The passenger onboard the vessel was struck and knocked unconscious.  PFD's were onboard but not being worn.  Safety cut off lanyard was attached but not used.  Neither alcohol nor drugs was involved in the incident.

     citation was issued     for Reckless Operation.
Lowry                         