Saidor police on the lookout for hijacked boat

Police in the Raikos District, Madang Province, are mounting a search and rescue operation for a missing outboard motor that was reportedly hijacked by sea pirates this morning.

The incident occurred around 8 o'clock

The number of persons on board [POB]could not be verified at the time of this report; however, it is believed that they were forced to jump overboard.

Saidor Police are warning the travelling public to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary sea travel.

Any sightings of the boat should be reported immediately to the police in Saidor, Madang, or the nearest police station.

The public traveling between Madang and Raikos has also been cautioned not to approach any suspected boats.