What Crew Members Say About Dubai-Crown

On June 2, 2020, at 11 a.m., the bulk carrier 'Dubai Crown,' anchored at the Muara Berau anchorage (coordinates: 000 15 56.4S, 117 36 50.4E), faced an attempted robbery when two intruders from a small boat boarded the vessel. Utilizing hooks and ropes, the robbers gained access to the forecastle store and began to lower mooring ropes into the water. Fortunately, the vigilant crew noticed the suspicious activity and quickly raised the alarm. The timely response led to the robbers abandoning their theft and fleeing the scene without taking any items. This incident underscores the importance of crew vigilance and security measures in maritime operations.