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Seven Men Rebailed Following Major Security Incident Off The Isle Of Wight

Seven men have been re-bailed following a serious maritime security incident that took place off the Isle of Wight.

As previously reported by Isle of Wight Radio, officers were given more time to question the detainees following the incident, which saw squads from the Special Boat Service (SBS) storm the 42,000 ton Nave Andromeda just a few miles off Sandown on Sunday (October 25).

The incident was brought to a close following military intervention, working alongside police, lifeboat teams and HM coastguard.

The seven Nigerian nationals remain detained under Border Force powers.

A Hampshire Constabulary spokesperson said:

"The seven arrested men, who are all Nigerian nationals, and who remain detained under Border Force powers, have now been re-bailed until Monday January 25, 2021 in relation to the criminal investigation, whilst investigators continue their enquiries."

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