On June 24, 2025, officers from the Resource Enforcement Division, Gander Detachment, with support from DFO River Guardians, apprehended a lone male from Trinity for illegally netting salmon, illegally possessing salmon and illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition out of season.

Officers observed an individual going out from the shoreline in a canoe and confirmed that this individual had set a net in that location. The area was surveilled until the individual returned the next morning to haul the net. The net contained four Atlantic salmon.

The individual was arrested at the scene, and subsequently released to appear in court at a later date where he will face multiple charges under the Fisheries Act and Wild Life Act.

The salmon and canoe, along with a 50-foot gill net, two knives, a .22 caliber semi-automatic rifle, and ammunition were seized as part of this investigation.

The public is encouraged to report suspected illegal fishing and hunting activity as information provided by the public plays a significant role in assisting investigations by Resource Enforcement Officers.

The public can report suspicious activity anonymously at any time, by calling 1-877-820-0999. Anonymous reports can also be submitted online at www.stoppoaching.ca.

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