Here are some links to an attack that has occurred in Venezuela.
http://www.cruisingworld.com/destinations/caribbeancentral-america/pirate-attack-claims-life-of-beloved-cruiser-1000067340-p1.html
http://www.doyleguides.com/updatesvenez.html
http://forums.cruisingworld.com/showthread.php?t=18146