Zachary Mark Dubourdieu, 22, was identified as the jet ski operator during the July 3, 2026, incident.<\/p>\n
According to a Becker County criminal complaint, a 16-year-old passenger suffered a significant injury to his left ear.<\/p>\n
Dubourdieu also suffered injuries and was later flown to North Dakota for medical treatment.<\/p>\n
Investigators reported that blood testing later showed an alcohol concentration of 0.10.<\/p>\n
Jet Ski Strikes Dock on Big Floyd Lake<\/h2>\n
On July 3, 2026, law enforcement responded to a reported jet ski crash on Big Floyd Lake.<\/p>\n
The watercraft had reportedly struck a dock, injuring both the operator and a teenage passenger.<\/p>\n
Upon arrival, officers found the 16-year-old passenger suffering from a significant cut to his left ear.<\/p>\n
According to court documents, the injury required medical attention.<\/p>\n
Investigators identified Dubourdieu as the person operating the jet ski.<\/p>\n
Dubourdieu reportedly acknowledged driving the watercraft and said he was probably traveling too fast.<\/p>\n
The complaint does not provide an estimated speed or explain the exact circumstances leading to the collision.<\/p>\n
Police Notice Signs of Alcohol Impairment<\/h2>\n
While speaking with Dubourdieu, an officer reported noticing several possible signs of alcohol impairment.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, Dubourdieu had thick speech and a strong smell of alcohol.<\/p>\n
Investigators also described his eyes as red and bloodshot.<\/p>\n
A preliminary breath test reportedly showed an alcohol concentration of 0.11.<\/p>\n
However, Dubourdieu had injuries requiring additional medical treatment.<\/p>\n
Officers did not complete further testing at the crash scene.<\/p>\n
Driver Flown to North Dakota Hospital<\/h2>\n
Due to his injuries, Dubourdieu was transported by air ambulance to North Dakota for medical treatment.<\/p>\n
Becker County investigators later contacted North Dakota law enforcement regarding the suspected alcohol involvement.<\/p>\n
According to court documents, a North Dakota deputy obtained and executed a search warrant for a blood sample.<\/p>\n
On July 6, a Becker County investigator traveled to Fargo to retrieve the collected blood evidence.<\/p>\n
The evidence was transferred to Minnesota authorities and submitted to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.<\/p>\n
Laboratory Results Show 0.10 Alcohol Concentration<\/h2>\n
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension completed its analysis and issued a report on August 5, 2026.<\/p>\n
According to the complaint, the laboratory reported an alcohol concentration of 0.10.<\/p>\n
The laboratory result became part of the evidence supporting the criminal charge.<\/p>\n
The supplied complaint does not specify the exact collection time of the blood sample.<\/p>\n
Gross Misdemeanor Charge Filed<\/h2>\n
Prosecutors charged Dubourdieu with criminal vehicular operation resulting in bodily harm while allegedly under the influence of alcohol.<\/p>\n
The charge also alleges negligent operation of the watercraft.<\/p>\n
The offense is classified as a gross misdemeanor under Minnesota Statute 609.2113<\/a>.<\/p>\n The complaint lists a maximum penalty of 364 days in jail, a $3,000 fine, or both.<\/p>\n The case is filed under Becker County Court File No. 03-CR-26-1832.<\/p>\n The complaint was issued as a summons in Minnesota’s Seventh Judicial District.<\/p>\n No final court outcome appears in the supplied documents.<\/p>\n Readers can search public case information through Minnesota Court Records Online<\/a>.<\/p>\n The charge remains an allegation and does not establish guilt.<\/p>\n Dubourdieu is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.<\/p>\n I’m Adrian Cole reporting for TRF News<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n
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