Gulf of Aden
12.04.2009: 0400 UTC: Posn: 13:03N – 048:49E, Gulf of Aden.
Six pirates armed with guns in a skiff fired upon a bulk carrier underway. Vessel sent distress messages and took evasive manoeuvres and prevented the boarding. Vessel sustained slight damage to the bridge.
Tags: commercial, failed attempt, Gulf of Aden