In a disturbing video the captain of the M/V Leopard, an Amver participant since 1997, makes a plea for the safety of his crew. The Leopard crew, two Danes and four Filipinos, is being held by Somali pirates in a safe haven on shore.
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You can learn more about the plight of seafarers by visiting the Save Our Seafarers website.
Can't see the video? Click here.
You can learn more about the plight of seafarers by visiting the Save Our Seafarers website.
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