Robbery on Offshore Drilling Platform, Bay of Campeche, Mexico
Issued: 5 days, 3 hours ago
| Date | Reference | Region | Category | Aggressors | Source |
| 2026-08-09 00:01:00 | CW Alert 011- (Aug 26) | Americas | Robbery | ROBBERS | CLOSED SOURCE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| It has been reported that an offshore drilling platform has been boarded whilst operating in the Bay of Campeche, Mexico (exact time not specified). The perpetrators boarded the platform from a coastal vessel. Security protocols were activated, platform personnel were gathered in a secure area, and access points were closed as a precautionary measure. The relevant maritime authorities were notified and the Navy conducted surveillance patrols in the vicinity of the facility. The company confirmed that there were no injuries. Inspections of materials and equipment are currently underway following the discovery that approximately 50 meters of electrical cabling intended for a welding machine was missing. | |||||