Based on operator statements and evidence at the scene, the following events took place. On the above date (operator) was returning from Dauphin Island with a friend where they had participated in the annual fishing rodeo. They were traveling in a easterly direction alone the north shore of Fort Morgan. Operator states they hit a submerged object causing him to lose control of the vessel. The vessel made a hard right and went full throttle onto the beach.  Upon impact, both men were thrown forward, striking the interior of the vessel.  Both refused treatment at the scene. Both admitted to have been drinking several beers during the day. They were both treated the next day for broke ribs and bruises. The vessel was later retrieved by Seatow.
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