Ramsey lifeboat was launched to go the aid of a fisherman who had sustained injuries on board a scallop dredger.

The incident took place this afternoon (Sunday) about four miles north east of Ramsey harbour near to Bahama Bank.

The volunteer lifeboat crew of the all-weather RNLB Ruby Clery, under the command of Coxswain Mark Kenyon, reached the casualty at 4.20pm where sea conditions were south westerly force 6 to 7 with a moderate to heavy swell.

The 16m vessel was escorted to a more sheltered position in Ramsey Bay and the injured crewman was transferred to the Ruby Clery.

Ruby Clery arrived at Ramsey beach at 4.55pmand the injured crewman was transferred to a waiting ambulance.

Coxswain Mark Kenyon said: ’This is an unfortunate incident to have occurred on the opening day of the King Scallop season however it serves to highlight the dangers faced by those involved in the industry.

’Heavy fishing gear and unpredictable sea conditions can quickly result in a range of injuries for even the most careful crews.’