Robbery attempt off Singapore

on October 15, 2015

MMEA reports robbery attempt.

Robbers Board Vessel In Singapore Strait – MMEA

At least six robbers boarded a vessel in the Strait of Singapore at 7am today, according to the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).

MMEA director-general Admiral (Maritime) Datuk Ahmad Puzi Ab Kahar said in a Twitter message that the robbers went aboard the MT Almi Spirit at 7am and that MMEA boats had intercepted the vessel.

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Source: bernama.com

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