The South African
Police Service through Operation Vala umgodi together with the department of
forestry, fisheries and the environment arrested 2 men aged 18 and 28
respectively for contravention of the marine living resources act in
Hondeklipbaai. The suspects were arrested on Thursday, 13 June 2024. Police
spokesperson sergeant Timothy Sam says upon arrival the team spotted the
identified white Toyota Hilux and requested to do an inspection with officials
of DEEF. Sam says they found 150 snoek fish without the relevant authorized
permits. He says cash believed to be the proceeds of crime was seized and the
driver of the vehicle was driving without a driver's license. Both suspects
will appear in Court soon.
Journalist: Tsosangkgotla Mararang
Email: tsosan@radioriverside.co.za