Operator #1 stated in effect: 

I was traveling South in the Atlantic Ocean.  My wife was sitting behind me on the ski.  The seas were choppy and a big wave knocked us off the ski.  The ski landed on top of me and injured my knee.

Investigation at the scene revealed:  

Operator #1 and Occupant #1 were traveling southbound parallel to the shoreline in the Atlantic Ocean approximately 100 yards from the beach on a Yamaha VX Deluxe personal watercraft bearing New Jersey registration.  A larger swell caused the PWC to capsize ejecting both occupants from the vessel into the water.  The PWC landed on Operator #1's left leg, causing a dislocation of his left knee.  Strathmere lifeguards aided Operator #1 and Occupant #1 from the surf.  

Operator #1 was wearing his safety lanyard at the time of the accident, and the PWC was disabled as a result of his ejection.  In addition, both occupants were wearing their Type III PFD'S at the time of the accident.

Operator #1 was transported from the scene to Shore Memorial Hospital by Sea Isle City Fire Department, where he was treated for his injuries.  It should be noted that there was no damage observed to the PWC.  No other injuries were observed or reported at the scene.  Operator #1 was issued a summons for operating a PWC without a boating safety certificate.

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