Anti-poaching unit intercepts fish poachers in Richards Bay

THE North Coast Anti-poaching (NCAP) group intercepted fish poaching operations in the Richards Bay harbour area on Monday night, recovering 3.6km of gill nets, a makeshift boat and hundreds of fish.

Members of NCAP received a call about suspected poaching activities at 9pm. On arrival at the location, poachers fled into nearby bushes, leaving behind their boat and gill nets.

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While 112 fish were safely released back into the water, 412 had died in the nets.

Ongoing community participation and reporting of poaching activities has led to these illegal activities being intercepted and curbed.

NCAP is always in need of funds to continue their volunteer efforts and all monies are used towards fuel, personal protective gear and equipment.

Donations to support the anti-poaching efforts can be made to:
North Coast Anti Poaching NPC
Standard Bank
A/c number: 034731024
Market link/Savings account
Branch Code: 058030
Branch Code EFT: 051001
Swift Address: SBZA ZA JJ

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