Robbery/theft - Off Vung Tau, Vietnam

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Incident Details

Incident Date & Time:

27 May 2025 : 1930hrs UTC

Location:

Off Vung Tau, Vietnam

Latitude/Longitude: 

10° 13' 6.00" N, 107° 0' 42.00" E

Vessel Name, Type, IMO, Flag & Status

KMTC SINGAPORE, Container Ship, 9217412, Republic of Korea, Anchored

Incident Type: 

Robbery/theft

Crew status

No injuries reported

Incident Details

Description

On May 27, 2025, at approximately 19:30 UTC, the Container Ship KMTC SINGAPORE experienced a robbery while at anchor. Two perpetrators were sighted near the forecastle. Upon realizing they had been discovered, the perpetrators quickly escaped by climbing down a rope. No crew members were injured during the incident. The thieves managed to steal several unsecured items, including fire nozzles, fire hydrant caps, fire hoses, and deck air-valve caps.

Response Actions

- No Response Mentioned

Stolen items

- Vessel Equipment

Key findings

This incident demonstrates a common tactic used by opportunistic thieves targeting anchored vessels. The perpetrators likely conducted surveillance to identify vulnerable moments and accessible entry points. Their quick escape upon discovery suggests they were not prepared for confrontation, focusing instead on rapid theft of easily portable items. The theft of firefighting equipment is particularly concerning as it could compromise the vessel's safety systems. This incident highlights the importance of securing all deck equipment, even items that might seem unlikely targets for theft.

Recommendations

- Implement 24/7 watch rotations with particular attention to the forecastle area.

- Secure all deck equipment, including firefighting gear, with locks or by storing in locked compartments.

- Install and maintain proper lighting and CCTV coverage of vulnerable areas, especially access points.

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