INCIDENT OVER – ONGOING THREAT TO VESSELS IN THE AREA
Event: Kidnap for Ransom
Date and Time: 24 June 2020, 1530hrs local time
Location: 60nm SSE of Cotonou, Benin
Position: 05°21’N, 002°37’E
Distance from Shore: Approx. 62nm
Vessel Details
Type: Fishing vessel
L x B: 64m x 12m
Speed: Approx. 10kts
Event Details
Kidnapped: 6
Injured: 0
Killed: 0
Security Present: None
Weather: Gentle Breeze / 0.6mm precipitation
Wave Height: 1.6m
Threat Details
Number of Perpetrators: Not reported
Number of Craft: 1 speed boat
Weapons Seen: Not reported
Equipment Seen: Not reported
Description: Fishing vessel was attacked in Benin EEZ about 60nm SSE of Cotonou EEZ. Vessel was sailing southwards when it was attacked, causing it to slow down to until almost stationary. The pirates boarded and kidnapped 6 crew – 5 Korean
and 1 Ghanaian. Vessel is still sailing south.
It is possible that the pirates are still in the area, so all vessels nearby should be extremely vigilant.
ARC will update if any more information is received.
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