The operator of V1 was towing two skiers on a tube in Alaqua Bayou. Both individuals being towed were ejected from the tube and the operator circled the vessel to pick up both skiers. Upon approaching one of the skiers in the water, the operator failed to put the vessel in neutral while the skier was attempting to board the vessel. This action resulted in the skier being struck by the vessels prop, causing an approximately 5'' laceration to his lower back. The injured skier was brought on board the vessel, transferred to EMS, and then transported a local hospital for treatment. The injured party was struck by the vessel's propeller in the lower back on the right side causing a laceration approximately 5 inches in length. Subject was transported by EMS to a local hospital for treatment.
Choctawhatchee Bay
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