INCIDENT ONGOING –
It is recommended that all vessels in the region increase security
Event: Attack
IMB Level: TBC
Date and Time: 8 October 2019, 1220hrs local time
Location: 11.5nm SE of Brass, Nigeria
Position: 4°12’19.06"N, 6°24’56.50"E
Distance from Shore: Approx. 6nm
Vessel Details
Type: Fishing Vessel
Event Details
Kidnapped: TBC
Injured: TBC
Killed: TBC
Security Present: None reported
Weather: Gentle Breeze / 1.5mm precipitation
Wave Height: 0.9m
Threat Details
Number of Perpetrators: TBC
Number of Craft: TBC
Weapons Seen: TBC
Equipment Seen: TBC
Description: ARC has received a report of a fishing vessel coming under attack south east of Brass, Nigerian territorial waters. Pirates have been reported onboard the
vessel.
ARC will update once more information is received.
It is recommended that all vessels in the region increase security level, as pirates may use this vessel to launch attacks on other vessels in the vicinity.
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