October 5th 2024.
Nine Indonesian fishermen were recently caught and pleaded guilty to illegally fishing in Australian waters. This incident occurred in the Cobourg Marine Park in the Northern Territory, where their boat was intercepted by authorities back in August. The Australian Border Force reported that the crew was targeting the highly sought-after sea cucumber, which is often sold in Asian markets.
Initially, authorities spotted a group of fishermen on a small tender vessel, which led them to discover another boat hidden in the nearby mangroves. Some of the crew members attempted to flee into the mangroves, but were eventually detained. Upon searching the vessel, authorities found 170 kilograms of sea cucumber, 170 kilograms of salt used for preserving the catch, and a large amount of fishing equipment. The crew was then transported to Darwin for further investigation.
In accordance with Australian law, both the main vessel and the tender vessel were destroyed at sea. The nine fishers were all charged with offences against the Fisheries Management Act 1991. The master of the vessel was released on a $12,000 bond, with the condition of good behavior for five years and a 120-day imprisonment if the bond is broken. The other eight crew members were also released on bonds, with the condition of good behavior for four years and a 80-day imprisonment if the bond is broken.
All nine fishers will be removed from Australia and returned to their home country of Indonesia. Stay updated on the latest breaking news, celebrity news, and sports news by following our WhatsApp channel. No need to worry about comments, algorithms, or your private information being seen by others. Keep up to date with ease.
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