Dec. 11, 2008
Vol. 38, No. 552

For more information, contact Sgt. Gregory Rhodes, Fish and Wildlife Enforcement, 302-542-6102 or 302-739-9913, or Joanna Wilson, Public Affairs, 302-739-9902.

Commercial Waterman Charged with Oyster Violations

            Fish and Wildlife Enforcement agents on Dec. 9 arrested a commercial waterman for multiple violations.

Joseph Smith, age 37, of 800 Sawmill Road, Townsend, was charged with 11 counts of violating Delaware’s commercial oyster regulations. His case is pending at Justice of the Peace Court No. 7 in Dover, where he faces $621.50 in fines.

            “Delaware’s oyster resource is very fragile and must be protected. Enforcement of oyster regulations is something we take very seriously,” said Sgt. Gregory Rhodes of Fish and Wildlife Enforcement.

            To report violations of Delaware’s fish and wildlife laws, please call 302-739-4580.

For further information, contact Sgt. Gregory Rhodes, Fish and Wildlife Enforcement, at 302-542-6102 or 302-739-9913.