Vessel affiliation:
Unknown; classified as smuggler.
Violation committed:
§2.1. Contraband possession: Shipping of the following goods in Rheinland is illegal (note the exceptions below): Cardamine.
§2.4.1. Violation of orders given by law-enforcement authorities’ representatives.
§2.4.2. Denial to provide of law enforcement authorities’ representatives with information concerning your identification, documents on your cargo or your intentions in Rheinland space.
§2.4.8. Assault on civilians or representatives of law enforcement authorities.
Circumstances and notes (time, location, additional info):
I have been doing my patrol on the way from Battleship Westfalen, when I have seen a ship that haven't been registered as a legal Rheinland Corporate vessel (568-ARKG-B6 "Behemoth).
The pilot behaved very suspicious so I began pursuit, as the vessel started to run away. After multiple hails, vessel neither stopped nor responded until I got to the Bering Jumphole, where I have concluded cargo scan. At that point, I have been fired upon and I began the pursuit into Kepler System. I have been forced to retreat from Kepler System due to the heavy damage and possible Liberty Navy patrols in the area. I have cancelled my patrol route and landed on the Battleship Westfalen for repairs.
The vessel is also likely to be stolen or bought on the black market.