On 5/13/2002 , the vessel RICHARD FRANCOIS (Official Number 819236) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - boarding, being on board, falling overboard from the ship in 24 NM S OF CAPE FOURCHU, NOVA SCOTIA,.

The vessel, with 3 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 5/21/2002 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.

The F/V "RICHARD FRANCOIS" with 3 POB reported a man overboard when the crew member became entangled in the lobster gear. The individual managed to free himself from the gear and was subsequently transferred ashore for medical treatment.