RedactedNarrative: Boating accident response and investigation for a PWC that capsized in the Gulf of Mexico resulting in injuries.
  
  During my investigation I learned that operator had recently rented the personal watercraft (PWC) from Marco Island Water Sports Naples Beach. She had been given pre ride instruction which included a demonstration. She operated the PWC on a pre-planned course marked with buoys. As she approached the northern end of the course, she turned towards shore operating the ski between 2000-3000 rpm (estimated 10-15 mph). 
  
  Operator was ejected from the vessel when she attempted to turn in rough seas. The vessel struck Operator in the head and subsequently capsized. occupant was uninjured during the incident. Through talking with Operator, I learned that she had never operated a PWC prior to this experience and had only ever been a passenger on any other vessel. 
  
  Winds were 10-15 mph out of the Southwest which was creating moderate to rough seas with waves traveling on shore. With her lack of experience and the conditions she reacted improperly to a turn and was thrown off when the vessel capsized. While in the water the back portion of the PWC hit her in the head. The incident occurred shortly before 1400 hours.  Operator of V1 was treated and released from NCH North Naples in the same day.
  