RedactedNarrative: On 3/23/18, vessel LA6521BU was traveling upstream in the Amite River, with operator and two additional passengers on board when said vessel reportedly stuck partially submerged tree causing one passenger to be ejected into the water.  As a result of the collision the operator struck his head rendering him unconscious suffering a moderate head injury which required extended hospitalization.  Note: Upon inspection the vessel was found to be equipped all of the required safety equipment including PFD’s.  Based on the final conclusions of the investigation operator was issued a citation for the following violations: Fail to comply with boater education requirements and carless operation of a vessel (violation of rules of the road). There was no conclusive evidence that impairment contributed to this accidents occurrence.