A Wareham woman was transported to a Boston hospital via a medical helicopter on Saturday, August 17, after she suffered a back injury while boating in Bourne, according to police.

The incident occurred at approximately 6 p.m. in the area of Pocasset.

Bourne firefighters assisted in moving the woman, who was not immediately identified, to an awaiting helicopter.

The circumstances surrounding the accident were not immediately known. Wareham Week will update this story when more information becomes available.