RedactedNarrative: Based on observations, statements, and investigation it was determined that on January 5, 2017 at approximately 0700 Hrs. V1 was traveling southbound in the St. Lucie River. Operator stated that he was talking and distracted and veered out of the marked channel near marker 10. The vessel then ran aground near marker 8A. 
  
  When the vessel hit bottom the occupant of the vessel was thrown from his position near the center console to the area of the bow of the vessel striking his left side on the front storage box. The injured male was transported to Martin Health Systems Hospital (South) for treatment. It was later discovered that he suffered from broken ribs and was admitted to the hospital for precautionary observation. 
  
  