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Old 04-09-2008, 20:38   #51
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I have never seen a Homeland Security Vessel

I didn't even know they had marine assets?

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Originally Posted by csiunatc View Post
I was boarded by homeland security and they were a totally differenty story, they snuck up behind us 12+ mi offshore and boarded us with guns drawn without asking questions.

Now, wouldn't that be considered an act of piracy? what would be the ramifications if you fired on this boarding party?

No identification, guns drawn and sneaking up in international waters. If this is their MO, there is going to be a disaster sooner or later with someone defending their boat.
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