WATCH | Florida deputy injured during rescue after large wave from Tropical Storm Barry crashes into boat, shatters windows
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Deputy Robert Wagner was operating the Safe Boat in the Destin East Pass Friday, attempting to help a boater in distress. Water conditions were very rough and a large wave came directly over the bow, striking the windshield and shattering the glass. Deputy Wagner took glass in the face and body, causing minor lacerations, according to the sheriff's office.