Barney refused to tolerate the robbery, so he was sent back to the Sampson as a prisoner under guard by eleven armed sailors.

Later that day, Barney was capable of communicating with the remaining three men on the Sampson, who told him that they had hidden weapons and would retake the ship upon orders.

Captain Barney had concealed a blunderbuss and a broadside sword in his clothing, and the three others managed to hide a musket and a bayonet each in the berths.

That day was rainy and squally, which meant the prize crew was busy navigating while the three British officers were dining on the quarterdeck near the main mast.

After spending some time as a prisoner, Barney was released, and later the British attempted to assassinate him in Port Royal, Jamaica.