Boat sinks in Portstewart harbour
Storm Henry left its mark after Coleraine Harbour Commissioners Pilot Vessel ‘Challenger’ sank.
The little pilot vessel - which was reported to be sinking just before 10am - had almost completely submerged ten minutes later.
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Hide AdA spokesman for Coleraine Harbour Commissions said: “The vessel sank in her moorings in Coleraine harbour.
“An investigation will be carried out to determine the cause,” he added.
The pilot vessel - which was built around 2001 - was not used on a daily basis.