Suspicious Activity involving a Tanker, Socotra
Issued: 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
2026-05-22 00:20:00 CW Alert 022- (May 26) Indian Ocean Suspicious activity Possible Pirates UKMTO
It has been reported that a tanker was approached by a small craft with five persons onboard whilst underway approximately 98nm North of Socotra (exact position not specified). The vessel's Armed Security Team fired warning shots at the small craft, which forced them to alter course. The authorities are investigating.
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