The Nordic-Galaxy: Crew Feedback and Vessel Data

In a shocking incident, the merchant ship 'Diamondway' was attacked by a group of five armed robbers at 0410 a.m. on March 28, 2019, while anchored at Puerto Jose, Venezuela (Position: 10° 11' 40" N, 64° 52' 10.0" W). The assailants, equipped with knives and a pipe wrench, incapacitated the aft watchkeeper and proceeded to break into the ship's paint store. Fortunately, the ship's alarm system alerted the crew, prompting them to muster and respond to the emergency. Upon realizing the crew was alerted, the intruders made a swift escape with stolen ship's supplies, leaving the crew shaken but unharmed. This incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by vessels in the region.