Robbery on a container vessel, Columbia
Issued: 1 month, 1 week ago
Date | Reference | Region | Category | Aggressors | Source |
2025-03-14 03:17:00 | CW Alert 008- (Mar 25) | Americas | Robbery | ROBBERS | Portuguese Navy Shipping Centre |
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It has been reported that an attempted robbery occurred on a Portuguese-flagged container vessel whilst underway approximately 36nm Northwest of Santa Marta, Columbia. Eight robbers boarded the vessel from two speed boats. The alarm was raised and the authorities were informed which resulted in a patrol vessel being tasked to the area to investigate. The crew mustered in the citadel until it was observed that the perpetrators had made their escape. The container vessel diverted to Santa Marta Port under the direction of the Coast Guard in order to be inspected. The Master confirmed that all the crew are reported safe and a quantity of rope has been stolen. |