Investigation Reveals: Operator #1 and operator #2 had each rented a PWC from Jersey Shore Watercraft Rentals.  After receiving instruction on riding safety, they departed the rental site and proceeded to the designated riding area. At some point the two PWCs were operating in close proximity to each other. While vessel #1 was traveling north, operator #1 observed vessel #2 heading towards him. While attempting to slow down, vessel #1 was struck in the port side footwell, by the bow of vessel #2, when the operator of vessel #2 failed to take corrective action to avoid a collision.Vessel #2 then struck and crushed the center console, ejecting the operator of vessel #1. Operator #1 was transported to the ramp and then was flown to Jersey Shore Medical Center where he was treated for a fractured Pelvis and lacerations to the face.
Berkeley Twp