Operator operated the vessel to a rig in the Gulf of Mexico where he and his passengers commenced fishing.  While they were fishing and the boat began to take on water due to a mechanical failure.  A life raft was deployed from the vessel and United State Coast Guard was contacted.  Operator and passengers were rescued by USCG personnel and returned to dock. No injuries reported, vessel sunk in the Gulf, not recovered, for a total loss.
1991 G OF MEX OFF GALV-FRPT > 
Freeport                      