Attempted Attack on a Passenger Boat, West Africa
Issued: 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
26 Jun 2024 - 00:01 CW Alert 031- (Jun 24) West Africa Maritime incident Possible Pirates CLOSED SOURCE
It has been reported that pirates attempted to attack a vessel carrying passengers and goods on the Bonny River, South of Port Harcourt (exact time and position not specified). The pirates were apprehended by the Nigerian Marine Police.
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