DATE: 2017-01-25 01:00
Country Name: Dominican Republic
Location Detail: Boca Chica
EVENT: Assault
HAND: 1
Stolen Items: cash and jewelry
SECURED: Not Locked
DETAILS: Owners of a yacht berthed on the outside dock at Marina Zar Par awakened to a masked intruder at their bedside. He spoke only Spanish (which they understood) smelled of alcohol and was dripping wet. He had gained entry thru the unlocked companionway.
A brief struggle ensued, he demanded cash and jewelry, which was freely given. The intruder tied both crew up holding a knife to the woman’s neck. He held his hand roughly against her mouth to silence her causing minor injuries, which were later treated by a doctor. After he departed, the crew managed to untie themselves and reported to the Zar Par Marina Security office.
The security team provided immediate assistance by calling the police, who arrived promptly, and in gaining medical treatment for the woman. A formal report was also made to the Coast Guard the next day, and the police are investigating.
CSSN wishes to thank our information sharing partner, Noonsite, where the victim’s detailed account was first published, read it HERE .