On 10/27/1992, the vessel ARTHUR J. (Official Number 805382) was involved in a sank - founders (taking on water above the waterline) in SAND POINT WHARF, NOVA SCOTIA,.
The vessel, with 1 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 pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 2/5/1993 1. Weather at the time was reported as rain.
V/L HOOKED TO TOP OF WHARF DURING VERY HIGH TIDE. CAPSIZED ON EBB. Note: formerly OccNo : 1300-5-92