MDAT GoG - Suspicious Approach 2 Speed Boats - Gulf of Guinea #marsec #piracy

Advisory 001/March/2018

1. Category: SUSPISCIOUS ACTIVITY

2. Description: On 01st March 2018 at 1200UTC, a cargo vessel was approach by 2 speed boat with 6 and 3 men respectively in psn 0431.2N 00121.5W. Crew increase the speed and changed their courses. The unknown gave up their pursuit and stopped. Vessel and crew are SAFE. Mariners are advised to exercise caution in this area.

3. Source: Reported to MDAT-GoG via email.

4. Any queries regarding this Warning Notice ring 0033 298 22 88 88 for further

information.

THIS ADVISORY is not classified as a Maritime Security Event and has not been verified by MDAT-GoG. This information is provided to inform maritime situational awareness for mariners operating in the region. MDAT-GoG is not responsible for the accuracy of this reporting.

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