On 4/11/1996 , the vessel BOUNTY HUNTER (Official Number 392565) was involved in a capsizes in PACIFIC OCEAN, 20 M OFF VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 3 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 minor pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/12/1996. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 10.00 knots.

Caught net and broke warp while trawling, stern dragged under causing subsequent capsizing. Crew of tree abandoned into life raft, spending 28 hours before being rescued by another F.V. EPIRB non-operational.