Reviews & Ratings for the John-D-Leitch

On the evening of October 3, 2012, the freighter 'John D. Leitch' collided with a pier and a vessel belonging to the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office while navigating the Black River. The incident occurred as the freighter was making its way through the waterway, resulting in an emergency response from the U.S. Coast Guard. Following the collision, the 'John D. Leitch' was safely docked at the former Pellet Terminal Dock for inspection. Authorities required a Lorain police officer to perform breathalyzer tests on both the captain and crew, all of whom tested negative for alcohol consumption. Fortunately, no injuries were reported as there were no personnel aboard the sheriff’s vessel at the time of the crash. The freighter, after a thorough assessment, was deemed fit to continue its journey, although further evaluations will be conducted to ensure its seaworthiness. Meanwhile, the sheriff’s vessel was removed from the water for damage assessment. Investigations into the cause of the incident are ongoing. For more information and images related to the incident, visit http://morningjournal.com/articles/2012/10/04/news/doc506dacddd2691497300941.txt.

The John D. Leitch (IMO 6714586) has made headlines as it encountered trouble in the Outer Harbor. A recent report, complete with striking photographs of the grounded ship, highlights the challenges faced by the crew and efforts to resolve the situation. For more details and visuals, visit the complete article at the following link: http://www.wkbw.com/news/local/Ship-Stuck-in-Outer-Harbor-105681673.html.