The Swedish Coast Guard has arrested a crew member from the vessel Caffa on suspicion of serious maritime crimes, according to an official statement released on March 8, 2026. The arrest occurred on Saturday morning following an investigation that began when the vessel came under Swedish control on Friday afternoon. The crew member is suspected of violating maritime law, ship safety regulations, and using false documents, which constitutes a serious crime.
Prosecutors have taken over the preliminary investigation from the Coast Guard. Daniel Stenling, deputy operational chief of the Swedish Coast Guard, stated that findings onboard the vessel confirmed initial information that led to the intervention. 'It is serious that vessels sailing in Swedish waters have such deficiencies that they pose a threat to maritime safety and traffic, our fairways and ports, and not least to the environment,' Stenling said.
such deficiencies pose a threat to maritime safety, traffic, and the environment
The Coast Guard investigation revealed extensive deficiencies related to the vessel's operation and activities.