On September 16, 2023, V1 with three occupants was heading eastbound out of the Jupiter Inlet, Palm Beach County, Florida.  V1 exited the inlet at an estimated cruising speed of 9 knots.  The sea conditions directly outside of the inlet were 4'-6' waves with occasional larger sets.  The operator of V1 attempted to turn around when they observed an estimated 8' wave approaching the bow.  V1's stern was struck by the wave, forcing V1 down the wave.  V1 involuntarily rotated starboard then consequentially rolled on the port side capsizing the vessel.  All three occupants were displaced from the vessel.  Occupants were rescued by a good Samaritan on a personal watercraft and taken to Dubois Park in Jupiter.  One occupant reported back pain.  All three occupants denied medical treatment from EMS.  The vessel was recovered and removed from state waters. Victim reported back pain at the time of interview. Victim refused medical treatment from EMS.
Atlantic Ocean
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