A fishing boat which tangled with an underwater submarine this week has brought memories flooding back for a fisherman from Peel.
Geoffrey Comber says he underwent an almost identical ordeal 26 years ago today (Friday, 17th April) off the Island’s West coast when his boat was suddenly dragged backwards.
His crew had a lucky escape when they were forced to cut their gear loose in order to free themselves.
Mr Comber says in his case it quickly became clear what had been responsible:
Petition to ban electric shock collars on Island pets reaches 800 signatures
ManxSPCA calls for a renewed government consultation and a full ban on shock-based training devices
Officers and partner agencies praised following immigration fraud conviction
Fraudster jailed following Operation Helios
QEII student represents youth in House of Commons
Jasper Emery selected as Manx voice for UK Youth Parliament scheme
DoI to undertake 'further investigations' of Port St Mary High Street
Letter sent to residents says the road will be closed at the beginning of December