Investigation revealed:  While operating vessel #1 in the area of the Berkeley Island County Park, operator #1 attempted to negotiate a turn.  Due to operator inexperience, operator #1 was unable to maneuver the PWC, subsequently, striking the bulkhead.  Upon impact, operator #1 was ejected from the PWC.  Operator #1 was able to swim to shore, where he would be treated by Berkeley Twp. EMS, as well as paramedics.  Bracing for impact with the bulkhead, operator #1 stuck his left leg out, causing serious damage to same.  Due to injuries sustained, operator #1 was airlifted to Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune, N.J.  Vessel 31 was secured at the scene, where it would be towed the following day by Tow Boat US.
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