Robbery on a bulk carrier, Singapore Straits
Issued: 6 days, 1 hour ago
Date Reference Region Category Aggressors Source
24 Oct 2024 - 17:00 CW Alert 021- (Oct 24) Southeast Asia Robbery ROBBERS IMB
It has been reported that four armed robbers managed to board a bulk carrier underway in the Singapore Straits and stole engine spares. The duty oiler discovered them in the engine room and raised the alarm. After pointing guns at the crew, the robbers made their escape. The local authorities were informed of the incident.
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