SIX FISHERMEN ARRESTED FOR ENGAGING IN ILLEGAL FISHING PRACTICES

Sri Lanka Coast Guard patrol craft deployed off Trincomalee area to deter illegal activities arrested/apprehended six fishermen with two FGDs whilst engaging illegal fishing on 22^nd February 2022. They were engaged in purse seine net fishing operation in seas off Trincomalee area close to land (approximately 02 km). According to the existing fishing operation regulations, purse seine net fishing is authorized only in the area beyond 11.2 km from the coast.

Arrested/apprehended fishermen and items handed over to Assistant Director of Fisheries of Trincomalee for further legal action.