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16 Suspected Pirates Arrested at Chattogram Port Outer Anchorage

Bangladesh Coast Guard has arrested 16 suspected pirates and recovered stolen goods from a commercial vessel.

By Staff Correspondent
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The Bangladesh Coast Guard has arrested 16 suspected pirates and recovered goods allegedly stolen from commercial vessels during a raid at the outer anchorage of Chattogram Port. The operation was carried out on Wednesday night by the Coast Guard ship Shyamol Bangla based on confidential information.

Operation and Recovery

Lieutenant Commander Suman Al Mukit, Media Officer of the Coast Guard Eastern Zone, said that personnel intercepted and searched a suspicious lifeboat in the outer anchorage. They recovered 1,020 kilograms of scrap metal, wire mesh, and two gas cylinders believed to have been stolen from a commercial vessel. Sixteen people were detained during the operation.

Heightened Security Concerns

The arrests come after three foreign commercial ships were reportedly targeted by pirates in the outer anchorage in recent days, raising concerns over maritime security. On Wednesday, the Chattogram Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) urged the Shipping Ministry to take immediate steps to curb piracy and improve security in the area.

Legal Action

The Coast Guard said legal action would be taken against those arrested, as well as over the seized stolen goods and the boat allegedly used in the smuggling operation.

Source: BSS

FAQ

What prompted the Coast Guard's operation?
The operation was prompted by confidential information about suspected pirate activity.
What goods were recovered during the raid?
The Coast Guard recovered 1,020 kilograms of scrap metal, wire mesh, and two gas cylinders.

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