The Halifax Joint Rescue Coordination Centre has suspended its search after a fishing boat that sank over the weekend.
The call from the FV Tyhawk-Elsipogtog first came in near Cheticamp, Nova Scotia on Saturday evening.
A vessel in the area found four people in the water and they were transported to hospital. One of them passed away.
A Cormorant helicopter and Hercules aircraft searched the area for a fifth person for 25 hours before suspending the search last night.
Based on the results of the search over the last 25 hours, the search for the missing person has been suspended. Our thoughts and sincere condolences go out to the family, friends, and community.
— HfxJRCC_CCCOS (@hfxjrcc) April 4, 2021
The crew member who died has been identified on social media as 39-year-old Seth Monaghan.
The other, Captain Jonathan Sock is still missing.
Premier Blaine Higgs shared his sympathies on social media and expressed his support to the community.
A candlelight vigil was held on the Elsipogtog First nation last night and requests on social media, asked for outside lights to be left on in an effort to help guide Captain Sock home.
April 4, 2021 It is with a heavy heart, that the Elsipogtog First Nation Chief & Council acknowledge the sinking of…
Posted by Elsipogtog First Nation Band on Sunday, April 4, 2021
On this holiday weekend, it is with profound sadness that Marcia and I join the Elsipogtog First Nation in their sorrow…
Posted by Blaine Higgs on Sunday, April 4, 2021
As an MLA who represents many who make their livelihood on the water, I stand with the Elsipogtog First Nations. Know we mourn for the loss and pray for the souls and families of those yet unfound. pic.twitter.com/ukzAOuT6pP
— Andrea AndersonMason (@Onemainstreet) April 4, 2021
