MDAT GoG - Attempted Boarding - 140NM south of Lome, Togo #piracy #marsec

Advisory 003/MAY/2018 1.            Category: ATTEMPTED BOARDING 2.            Description: At 2255UTC on 21 May 2018, in position 0346N 00130E (approximately 140NM south of Lome, Togo) an attempt was made by one individual to board an MV.  The attempt was thwarted by a crewmember and the perpetrator fled in a skiff with a further 6 POB.  Vessel and crew are safe. Vessels transiting the area are advised to exercise extreme caution. 3.            Source: Reported to MDAT-GoG via telephone. 4.            Any queries regarding this Advisory Notice ring 0033 298 22 88 88 for further information. MDAT-GOG Watchkeeper Email: watchkeepers@mdat-gog.org Emergency Tel: +33(0) 298 22 88 88 

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