Malaysia's Coast Guard Intercepts Rogue Oil Tanker 'Ceres I'

Malaysia's coast guard has intercepted the oil tanker Ceres I, which was involved in a collision two days prior. The tanker was found being towed by two tugboats in Malaysian waters, with its tracking system turned off.

Malaysia's coast guard announced on Sunday that they successfully located and intercepted the Ceres I oil tanker, following its involvement in a collision with another vessel two days prior.

The Ceres I was discovered in Malaysian waters, being towed by two tugboats, according to a statement from the coast guard.

The coast guard had earlier reported that the tanker had left the collision site and potentially turned off its tracking system.

(With inputs from agencies.)