Clearwater Vessel Accused of Fishing in Closed Zone
Fisheries officers arrested a person earlier this week in southwest Nova Scotia and seized more than $1 million worth of scallop meat after they say a surveillance operation found a Clearwater vessel fishing in a closed area.
According to a release from Fisheries and Oceans Canada, the arrest happened Tuesday and followed unauthorized activity in Scallop Fishing Area 29 D by the vessel Atlantic Protector.
The area, which is off the coast of Shelburne County near Clark's Harbour, is known for its premium quality scallops.
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