A commercial fisherman was apprehended for hiding over 2,000 pounds of fish behind a false wall in a trawling vessel, aiming to evade detection.
The owner was later located at a restaurant, attempting to flee with fish that had not been declared for commercial sale, including halibut and filleted salmon.
Wildlife officials seized 2,365 pounds of halibut and announced the fish would be sold, with proceeds donated to the Fish and Game Preservation Fund.
Responses on social media reflected a strong public sentiment against illegal fishing practices, expressing relief that the fish were sold and not wasted.
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