On 9/4/2001 1, the vessel CONNIE B. (Official Number 801811) was involved in a risk of sinking in 3 NM NW OF NORTH CAPE, PEI,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

F/V "CONNIE B" with 2 POB reported taking on water through broken shaft. Requested pumps and tow. Pumps air dropped by SAR hercules. Vessel towed to and secured in North Cape PEI.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SW at 16.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/10/2001.