According to a report from security company Africa Risk Compliance (ARC), two seafarers have been kidnapped by West African pirates from a commercial vessel. The incident involved a 64-metre general cargo ship traveling at 4.6 knots. The attack took place on the night of 28 May, approximately 25 nautical miles south of Equatorial Guinea, near Bioko Island.
The raid occurred in a region known for pirate activity, with moderate breeze and a wave height of 1.2. The specific details of the kidnapping and the condition of the kidnapped seafarers remain undisclosed. Maritime security in the area is a growing concern, with incidents of piracy and kidnapping on the rise.
The safety of seafarers navigating through West African waters is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention and action from authorities. Incidents like this serve as a reminder of the dangers faced by those working at sea and the need for enhanced security measures to protect their lives and ensure safe passage through pirate-infested waters.
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