Action of 13 December 1964

Return fire from the Australian ship killed three, whilst four other Indonesians were subsequently captured.

[1] HMAS Teal whilst conducting patrols of the Singapore Strait intercepted two Indonesian sampans 1 mile from Raffles Lighthouse.

[2] The remaining crew, including an officer of the Indonesian Marines, surrendered.

[3] On board the sampan, a quantity of explosives, weapons and military equipment was found.

[3] Lieutenant Keith Murray was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, for his coolness and judgement during the action.