Two couples were heading toward pungo hospital in belhaven on pentego creek to go eat dinner.  A small creek with a park and nearby eating places are located there.  Approximately 50 to 75 yards from shore, a passenger stood up on the bow of the boat.  All three other witnesses gave similar stories.  This was the same time the operator was slowing down to enter the park area.  It should be noted that passenger had been consuming alcohol.  He lost his balance and fell over the bow of the boat.  The boat ran over him and the prop cut him in the shoulder and arm areas.  The boat circled back and a type 3 pfd was used for victim.  He was carried to the hospital a few yards away, then taken to greenville for surgery.


BELHAVEN                      