The vessel was being operated by Operator, who is the victim’s father.  Passenger 2 was the observer in the vessel sitting next to the operator. Injured and Passenger 1 were tubing behind the vessel. The vessel did two turns with the tube in tow just north of Buck Creek Marina.  The passengers on the tube made contact and were ejected from the tube. Injured showed signs of pain in his right leg area.  Both individuals were placed in the vessel and driven to the north dock at Buck Creek Marina. Operator called 911 on the way to the north Buck Creek boat ramp dock.

The following morning August 6th 2023, Officer 1 and Officer 2 made contact with the victim, and the victims family.  A completed operators’ report was obtained and it was found that Injured had a dislocated hip, and was treated and supposed to make a full recovery. Both subjects were wearing life jackets & alcohol was not involved.
Rathbun Lake
Moravia                       