FWC Law Enforcement Report

October 5, 2014

The Florida FWC Division of Law Enforcement reported the following activity during the weekly period ending October 2.

ESCAMBIA COUNTY

While working on the Pensacola Fishing Pier, Officer Manning observed an individual catch approximately eight spotted sea trout.  Officer Manning approached the individual and identified himself.  After inspecting the individual’s catch, Officer Manning found that he was in possession of 12 spotted sea trout, eight of which were undersized.  Officer Manning issued the individual notice to appear citations for the violations.

The next night, Officer Manning worked the Pensacola Fishing Pier again.  At one point, he was approached by an individual and asked if he wanted to purchase a red drum.  Officer Manning declined the offer. The individual approached several more fishermen asking them if they wanted to buy some fish.  Officer Manning eventually observed the individual sell one red drum for $20.  Officer Manning approached the individual who bought the fish and identified himself.  The individual confirmed that he bought the fish for $20.  Officer Manning seized the fish and approached the individual who sold it.  Officer Manning discovered he was in possession of two more red drum.  Officer Manning issued a notice to appear citation to the individual for selling saltwater products without a license, over the bag limit of red drum, and possession of alcohol by a person under 21 years old.

Investigator Goley received information on the location of a possible stolen vessel.  He responded to the address and spoke to the current owner of the vessel.  With the assistance of the current owner, Investigator Goley was able to find a hidden hull identification number (HIN) behind the rub rail.  After running the HIN, Investigator Goley determined that the vessel was stolen approximately ten years ago.  Since that time, the vessel has been sold several times.  Investigator Goley contacted the insurance company, the rightful owner, and seized the vessel.

This report represents some events the FWC handled over the past week;however, it does not include all actions taken by the Division of Law Enforcement. Information provided by FWC.


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One Response to “FWC Law Enforcement Report”

  1. dashootin on October 5th, 2014 7:47 am

    You guys need to come over on Bratt Rd between Cox and Camp around 10:30-11.
    When the lights come on and the guns go off ,turn on your lights and put them in this report.

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