Somalia
01.05.2009: 0540 UTC: Posn: 04:44S – 060:04E, About 960 nm ESE, Mogadishu Somalia.
Pirates in two small boats armed with automatic guns attacked a bulk carrier underway. D/O raised alarm and crew locked all access. 1st boat attempted to board the ship using ladder and the 2nd boat fired upon the ship at bridge and accommodation. Pirates aborted the attempt at 0620 UTC due to the evasive manoeuvres and the freeboard of the ship. No injuries to crew. Ship sustained some damages.
Tags: commercial, failed attempt, shots fired, Somalia