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19 Apr 17 – piracy attack – 40NM off Brass, Nigeria

On 19th April 2017 at 0900Z Merchant vessel was attacked in psn 032500N 0053600E (220°/40NM from Brass, Nigeria). A small craft with 8 POB fired on the MV. Armed security team fired upon pirates, attack aborted. Vessel’s transiting the area are advised to exercise extreme caution.

Source: MDAT  / GoG