Operator was enroute to dock vessel.  He and his passengers were drinking.  Steering wheel pulled to left causing the 2 occupants to be thrown overboard.   Vessel was still running and going in circles.  Operator was rescued by a nearby kayaker.  Two weeks later the body of the other occupant was located.  Operator was charged with boating under the influence.  Actual cause of accident was steering because of a loose or missing tiller arm/pivot plate bolt and lock nut.  Sudden loss of steerage and subsequent heeling of the vessel caused it to chine-walk and create a sudden change in direction and velocity ultimately ejecting occupants.  Had the vessel been in better condition and received professional maintenance this incident probably wouldn't have occurred.
Marshfield                    