Salmon Violations Result in Heavy Fines and Forfeiture of Boat

August 7, 2009

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ST. JOHN’S, NL –  In provincial court at St. John’s on July 9, 2009, Everett Crann and Jeremy Brace of Chance Cove were both convicted of fishing for Atlantic salmon in coastal waters during a closed time. Mr. Crann was fined $2500 and his 12 foot aluminum boat, 50 fathom gillnet, trailer and seven Atlantic salmon were forfeited by the court.  Mr. Brace was fined $2500.  

On June 25, 2009, fishery officers from the Bay Roberts detachment were conducting surveillance near Chance Cove, Trinity Bay and observed the two individuals fishing Atlantic salmon. Both were apprehended when they landed onshore.  

DFO is committed to the conservation and protection of marine resources in Newfoundland and Labrador. Anyone wishing to report suspicious fishing activities may do so by contacting their nearest DFO office or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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For more information:
Lisa Lawlor, Communications Officer
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
(709) 772-7632

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