RedactedNarrative: Operator had arrived at the slow speed zone within the Intracoatal Waterway commonly known as “The Narrows” within the city limits of Indian Shores, Florida. According to Operator and several witnesses he took the vessel off plane and shifted the throttle into the neutral position. At this time the vessel sustained another mechanical failure to the shift system rendering the vessel inoperable in forward gear. Operator stated that he was able to get the vessel to function in reverse and made the decision to continue the journey to their original destination. Prior to departing and while the vessel was in neutral and the motor running, vessel occupant Occupant went to the rear port section of the vessel to urinate. At this time she fell overboard and came into contact with the propeller/cavitation plate are of the motor and sustained multiple lacerations to the lateral and anterior portion of both thighs. 
  
  According to Operator and several witnesses Occupant was able to swim to the starboard mid section of the vessel and was helped into the vessel and immediate first aid was conducted. At approximately 1758hrs Pinellas EMS was notified and the victim was transported to shore were they were met by EMS personnel. At approximately 1827 hours Occupant was transported to Bayfront Medical Center and treated for her injuries. 
  
  Based on the evidence and information gathered to date there were several contributing factors as to why this accident occurred. Based on my training and experience, witness statements, operator’s appraisals, and evidence gathered. It is my opinion that alcohol use by the occupant contributed to her falling overboard. The operator did not act in a careless or reckless manner and did not show any signs of being impaired. The mechanical failure and natural characteristics of Yamaha motors propensity to make revolutions while the throttle is in the neutral position contributed to the injuries sustained. ; Occupant sunstained four lacerations to the lateral and anterior portions of the thigh. The lacerations measure between 10-17 centemeters. She was admitted and treated at Bayfront Medical Center for her injuries and was released on 3/10/14. Projected recovery time will be between four to six weeks.