Single vessel accident, contact with wake. 
(copied from detailed narrative: Around dusk, they decided to go to the Skyway to view the lights. While observing the lights, they came into contact with the wake of a large ship heading to Port Manatee (appx GPS: N 27.62950100, W 082.63596600). In the process of managing the wake two individuals both fell inside of the vessel. 
Emergency medical services were declined at the time, but a follow on December 13th indicated VICTIM 2 had sustained compression fractures of the L1 and two herniated discs. VICTIM 1 later went to seek medical attention, but had no major injuries other than severe bruising. VICTIM 2 is being treated for her injuries.
I obtained statements from VICTIM 2 and OP1. I also spoke to the other passengers, who corroborated the story received from both VICTIM 2 and OP1.); VICTIM 1:bruising, lower back VICTIM 2:Compression fracture, L1. Two herniated discs.
Tampa Bay
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