3844 – Theft in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – Union – Frigate Island
Incident Date: 2026-05-09 at 22:00
Event Type: Theft
Stolen Items: Other: entire yacht Great Habit
Secured: Does not apply
Source Type: 1st Hand Report
Incident Details: The owners of the normally occupied Canadian flagged yacht Great Habit anchored near Frigate Island were advised that a suspicious boat had visited the yacht shortly before it disappeared from the anchorage between 2200-2300HRS. Reports have been made to the Union Island police (Sgt. Forde +1 784 491 5891) and the SVG Coast Guard. Do not approach this vessel, but report any sightings or information to your local authorities.
Vessel Details:
• Name: GREAT HABIT
• MMSI: 316007263
• Home Port: Ottawa
• Canadian Flag
• Sailing yacht / CS 40
• White hull with teal & blue striping
• “GREAT HABIT” written on side/stern
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UPDATE 5/14/2026. Officials in Venezuela have contacted the victim through the SVG police. The boat has been located and is now in the custody of the Venezuelan Coast Guard, the owner will soon begin the process of effecting recovery/return.