On 9/14/1997 , the vessel 7 GIRLS (Official Number 811720) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in 244 MILES SOUTH-EAST OF CAPE RACE, NFLD,.

The vessel, with 7 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 10/1/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 17.00 knots.

Sword from swordfish passed through foot causing bad cut. Call placed to hospital at St.John's. At 151107UTC, crew member was airlifted to hospital.