On July 7, 2012 a group of 5 PC's were traveling together east bound in the bay side of Tavernier towards Key Largo.  At approximately 18:00 and in the area of mile marker 94, V1 collided with V2.  V1 made impact with the back rub rail of V2.  The impact caused both V2's operator and occupant to be thrown in the water. Operator of V1 was also ejected.  Occupant of V2 sustained injuries to her lower back.  Occupant of V2 was placed on a backboard from my patrol vessel and transported by water a short distance to awaiting EMS on scene at a local homeowners park.  V2's occupant was transported to Mariners Hospital and released hours later with a compressed L1 and L2 on her spine. Both PC's were not damaged.   
 
TAVERNIER                     