On 3 November 2019, Maritime Border Command (MBC), a multi-agency taskforce within the Australian Border Force (ABF), detected the vessel approximately two nautical miles inside Australia\u2019s Exclusive Economic Zone. ABF cutter Cape Jervis pursued and apprehended the vessel under the command of MBC, as part of a joint operation by MBC and the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA).<\/p>\n
In a search of the vessel, ABF officers located five crew on board with a suspected illegal catch of 16 shark skins, 63 fresh shark fins and 60 kg of shark flesh.<\/p>\n
AFMA\u2019s general manager of fisheries operations, Peter Venslovas, said detecting and deterring illegal foreign fishers is a top priority for Australian authorities. \u201cAFMA and partner agencies work around the clock to monitor and protect Australia\u2019s premium marine environment so the Australian community can enjoy this natural resource for generations to come,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Commander MBC, Rear Admiral Lee Goddard, said that the ABF is vigilant when it comes to keeping Australian waters secure. \u201cThe ABF, through MBC, works closely with partner agencies to detect and intercept illegal fishing vessels,\u201d he said. \u201cAnyone who attempts this type of illegal behaviour will be caught and prosecuted.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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