Interesting

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http://www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/14593594.Fisherman_must_pay_back___104_000_that_he_made_from_illegal_fishing/?ref=fbshr

Hope this works

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Dorset police photo

[Steve S]

If that is the catch from Christchurch harbour there is no way it could sustain that for long.

 

Big fine 104k, hard to see how they can recover it even over time given he 'apparently' has 5k to his name.

[Paul J]

Fishings been crap for some time, thats mostly mullet, he probably cleared the bass out prior to that

 

PJ

[charlieannear]

Are these the nets that PBSBAC member(s) reported to the authorities back in 2014?

 

 

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[Wedger]

Are these the nets that PBSBAC member(s) reported to the authorities back in 2014?

 

 

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Yes, although a local bailiff had been observing for a while to actually catch the barstuard red handed................ and he did............ TWICE.  Part of the reason they were able to use the 'proceeds of crime' calculation to really bust him.

[Wedger]

The Echo have run the article again today rewritten (I assume they are short of column) Kate referred in the headline and column that Barton was a 'Rouge Angler' !!!

 

I  have explained to her (with courtesy), the differences between recreational anglers and fisherman and also a bit of detail on commercial, licensed fish and 'black fish' including the damage to all concerned and the environment caused by illegal fishing. I hope to have a response today.

[Wedger]

When first arrested they had away all his kit and vehicles. He pleaded hardship so they gave him back the vehicles within 48 hours. if I recall it was not long afterwards he was caught again.

[Wedger]

Members spotting stuff 'sus' !! and reporting is essential and in this case, probably played a critical role in supporting the bailiff and the eventual official attendance, resulting in the arrest.

Hats off B's & G's.