On 4/14/2001 , the vessel CYNTHIA & BOYS (Official Number 814758) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - boarding, being on board, falling overboard from the ship in 2.0 NM E OF WESTERN HD NS - WHALEROCK AREA,.

The vessel, with 0 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/11/2001. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 25.00 knots.

While shooting away lobster traps a fisher was entangled in the gear and hauled overboard. The victim was recovered and given first aid on scene. The victim was taken to hospital and pronounced dead.