Big Indian Lake Jet Ski Accident

DATE: 06/07/2008
LOCATION: Big Indian Lake
TIME: 1715 Hours
OFFENSE: Boating Accident
CASE: 2008-2803

DETAILS:
On Saturday June 7th, 2008 the Gage County Sheriff’s Office and Beatrice Fire & Rescue, Odell Fire Department, and Wymore Rescue responded to a Jet Ski accident which occurred at Big Indian Lake. A 1998 Polaris Jet Ski driven by 34 year old Jason Schriner of Wymore was driving toward the damn when he attempted to turn the Jet Ski. He could not get the Jet Ski to turn and struck the concrete spillway of the damn. The Jet Ski came to rest against the rocks on the dam. Another boat came up and assisted Mr. Schriner and his 5 year old son out of the water. His 5 year old son was riding on the Jet Ski with him when the accident occurred.

Mr. Schriner and his son were treated by rescue personnel on scene and then got a ride from a friend to the Beatrice Community Hospital for injuries they sustained in the accident. Life jackets were being used and alcohol is a factor in the accident.

Deputy Shepardson #9038

Sheriff Millard “Gus” Gustafson #903
Gage County Sheriff