UKMTO Warning - Vessel Attacked #marsec #piracy

UKMTO

WARNING 001/JUN/2017

A Merchant vessel was attacked in position 2332N 06026E on 01 JUNE 17 at 0430Z.

VESSEL IS SAFE.

Vessels transiting the area are advised to exercise extreme caution.

UKMTO Watchkeeper

IMB ICC Update:

Six persons armed with guns in a skiff approached and fired upon a tanker underway. Alarm raised, non-essential crew retreated to the citadel. Speed increased, evasive manoeuvres conducted and onboard armed security team fired warning shots resulting in the skiffs moving away. A mother vessel was seen in the vicinity. Vessel is safe

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