SVG, Chateaubelair: Armed Boarding – October 2016
Published 8 years ago, updated 6 years ago
As reported by the Caribbean Safety & Security Net[Broken Link]
DATE: 2016-10-10
Country Name: SVG
Location Detail: St. Vincent Chateaubelair
EVENT: Assault
Stolen Items: None
SECURED: N/A
DETAILS:
Two yachts were at anchor in Chateaubelair. At approximately 1900 hours one was boarded by four men armed with machetes. The captain was able to repel them but suffered a slash to his forearm and several cuts on his hands. He was later treated at the local hospital.
A VHF MAYDAY call was made for assistance, but there was no response. He received help and assistance from those aboard the second yacht. A report was made by phone to the local police.
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