On 12/12/1996, the vessel OLD GREY (Official Number 330228) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in AT WESTERN HEAD, APPROACHES TO LOCKEPORT, N.S.,.

The vessel, with 2 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

Vessel operating too close to shore when proceeding to retrieve lobster pots. Grounded on a shoal and reportedly broken up. Two crew members rescued by SAR helicopter. Vessel was fitted with gasoline engine but no report of pollution.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the E at 15.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 12/12/1996.