On 6/16/1988 , the vessel WILLIAM SHAWN (Official Number 369439) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in OFF BREAK HEART PT.,TRINITY BAY,NFLD,.
The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/29/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 7.00 knots.
HEAVILY LOADED F/V SWAMPED AND SANK