On 11/9/1983 , the vessel DAVID AND RENE (Official Number 393558) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in E COAST-SE NOVA SCOTIA-LAHAVE BASIN,.

The vessel, with 3 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

SHIPPED WATER OVER THE SIDE/CREW ABANDONED IN LIFERAFT. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-83. Damage to the vessel was indicated as TOTAL LOSS

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the WSW at 17.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 6/24/1987 .