US EditionOver 300,000 Pounds of Catfish Illegally Harvested in Kentucky, 25 People Facing Charges
A 10-month multi-agency probe revealed over 300,000 pounds of illegally harvested catfish and expects more than 700 criminal charges against 25 individuals statewide.
- A months-long investigation in Kentucky uncovered the illegal harvest of over 300,000 pounds of catfish from public waters, with 25 people expected to face charges.
- Over 700 criminal charges are anticipated across six counties, with defendants accused of failing to report the catfish harvest and operating illegal pay lakes.
- Authorities used surveillance, intelligence sharing, and field inspections to build the case, which is described as one of the most significant illegal wildlife cases in recent Kentucky history.
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Charges pending for 25 people involved in harvesting of over 300,000 pounds of catfish
FRANKFORT, KY -- Officials with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources have announced charges will be filed against 25 people involved in a massive harvesting operation. An investigation conducted over 10 months alleges the accused were involved in the illegal commercial harvesting and sale of catfish from public waters, and unlawful operation of pay lakes across Kentucky.
More than 700 charges anticipated from Operation River Raid investigation
A statewide, 10-month Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources investigation dubbed Operation River Raid has identified 25 individuals across six counties to be charged with violations related to the
Operation River Raid Reels In Over 700 Criminal Charges
A major crackdown on illegal catfish harvesting and sales has been launched across Kentucky, following a lengthy investigation that officials say is one of the most significant wildlife enforcement cases in the state’s recent history. After a 10-month investigation, Kentucky Fish and Wildlife officials report that 25 people across multiple counties are facing charges for illegal catfish harvesting, sales, and fishing operations on unlicensed pay…
The Paducah Sun
paxtonmedia.comHundreds of charges expected in KY catfish poaching case
Hundreds of criminal charges are expected to be brought against 25 people across Livingston, Marshall, Boyd, Bath, Lawrence and Powell counties in connection with the illegal commercial harvest and sale of catfish from public waters, as well as the unlawful operation of pay lakes across the state, the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources said.
Operation River Raid cracks illegal catfish harvest network
After a 10-month multi-agency investigation, game wardens with the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources have identified 25 individuals to be charged with a range of violations in connection with the illegal commercial harvest and sale of catfish from…
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