On the above date, time and Location I was dispatched to boating accident involving a single PWC against a mangrove tree with two occupants on board.  MCSO deputy officer from Ocean Reef arrived on scene first and was in direct contact with the operator and his occupant.  Deputy took all of the basic information and allowed the parties to leave.  Upon my arrival I met with Deputy which filled me in on the details of the accident.  

The operator of the PWC stated several days after the accident that he was driving the PWC too close to the mangrove and ran directly into the trees, while cruising approximately 25mph. He let off the throttle and was unable to steer away from the tree, making impact and knocking him and his occupant off the PWC.  He and his occupant were able to board the PWC and make it back to shore, where they called for Medical help.  EMS arrived on scene and transported operator to Homestead Hospital.  

Operator needed two staples in head and had scratches on hands. The occupant was not injured.
KEY LARGO