RedactedNarrative: On January 4th, 2019, vessel 1 (LA-5830-GF , 27’ Fiberglass Glasstream outboard vessel ) was being operated within Lake Pontchartrain, Jefferson Parish.  At approximately 4:04 PM, vessel 1 was returning to Kenner boat launch as conditions in Lake Pontchartrain intensified with a significant North wind.  Vessel 1 was traveling at a non-planing speed Southbound towards the launch. Operator attempted to increase throttle speed, though motors were partially tilted from the water as outboard trim remained dysfunctional. 
  
  Vessel 1 began to take waves over the outboard motors and into the splash well, in which displayed an open access panel.  Vessel 1 subsequently flooded and sank due to the consistent amount of entering water.  All three occupants exited the watercraft and swam to a pylon bulkhead. They were retrieved by Kenner Police and Fire personnel.   Due to boating incident, substantial water damage was documented.  Alcohol is not considered a contributing factor to the incident.  Required, wearable PFDs were available and used during incident. Kill switch was affixed to vessel though was not used during incident. No injuries were reported by occupants involved as they were cleared by medical personnel. 
  Upon completion of incident investigation, operator is to be issued a warning citation for the charge of RS 34:851.20C Failure to Change Ownership of Registration.
  