Navy apprehends person for fishing without valid license

The Navy, on 06^th February 2020, apprehended a person for fishing without a valid license in the sea area off Mahamodara.

The suspect was held by the Navy while engaging in fishing without a valid license in the sea area off Mahamodara. A traditional fishing boat and an outboard motor used for this illegal activity were also taken into naval custody. The apprehended person has been identified as a 37 year old resident of Mahamodara.

The accused along with the traditional fishing boat and outboard motor was handed over to the Fisheries Inspector of Galle for onward action.