Robbery on a bulk carrier, Brazil
Issued: 4 weeks ago
Date | Reference | Region | Category | Aggressors | Source |
28 Feb 2023 - 02:45 | CW Alert 015- (Feb 23) | Americas | Robbery | ROBBERS | IMB |
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It has been reported that five robbers armed with long knives managed to board an anchored bulk carrier at Macapa anchorage, Brazil. The duty crew on routine rounds discovered the robbers close to the forecastle and immediately informed the duty officer. The alarm was raised, ships horn sounded and crew mustered. Upon realising they had been spotted, the robbers made their escape with items of stolen ship's properties. The incident was reported to port control. |