On July 1, 2023 at approximately 9:30AM operator was operating his vessel (LA 4528 FK) with 4 other passengers in Vermilion Bay near the mouth of the Avery Canal. As he left the Avery Canal and headed west he struck a submerged object. No injuries were reported from anyone on the vessel. All occupants on the vessel were wearing their PFDs. After he struck the object he trimmed up his motor and his lower unit was gone. His vessel was a remote steering. Alcohol use is not suspected as a factor in this accident.
Vermilion Bay
Delcambre                     