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P R E S S R E L E A S E DEEP Makes Arrest for Illegal Fishing
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) said today that State Environmental Conservation (EnCon) Police Officers have arrested two men on violations of marine fisheries laws. The arrests occurred yesterday, October 4. The men arrested were David J. Hochman, 45 from Orange, Connecticut and John J. Warnock, 65 from Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The subjects were in possession of twelve striped bass which is 8 fish (4 per man) over the daily limit of 2 per person.
The officers, acting on a complaint, arrested the two men as they were attempting to offload the fish to a vehicle on Boulder Avenue in Stonington. The two men had begun their fishing trip at the state-owned Barn Island Boat Launch, also in Stonington. They are to appear in New London Superior Court on October 19, 2011.
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www.joinrfa.com Contact Capt Mike Marro Bluefin Charters, Clinton Ct. 203-245-7742 www.bluefincharters.com As if the colassal middle finger hasn't been jammed up our asses far enough, the NMFS and ASMFC carry on with their daily masterpieces of saving species in peril..........We as recreational anglers serve thanks for all the fine "work" you do........ Fishin Factory III Middletown Ct 860-344-9139 www.fishinfactory3.com www.jigheadlures.com www.castlebaits.com
MermaidCT
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Registered: 06/02/03
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Loc: SE CT Shoreline
What is truly saddening is that both of these people are extremely highly-regarded members of the NE and USA spearfishing community. Both of these people possess amazing ability, experience and skill. It is so sad and disheartening that they'd go down this road and tarnish otherwise incredible reputations.
I've met both of these people, and was so impressed with their skill and dedication to their sport. Dave Hochman currently holds the world spearfishing record for striped bass that was well-publicized - you can check it here: http://www.iusarecords.com/world_record_list.php
John Warnock is a spearfishing legend who I felt honored to have met. I am just very sad to read about this as it was something that did not have to happen. I hope better choices will be made in the future.
"The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." Jacques Yves Cousteau
Louie-Louie
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Registered: 05/24/05
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Loc: Union, Conn.-Westerly RI
I have found many times in life that real dirt bags can charm people and try and excell in some things while breaking other laws or thinking they are better than others. Good pinch.
TEAM SERIOUSFISHING TEAM RUMSWIZLER TEAM RED NECK CAMPER TOURS TEAM "NO GUN ZONE" TEAM PANAMA TEAM GEPSIKCEHEHTEREHW TEAM Swizzle
www.joinrfa.com Contact Capt Mike Marro Bluefin Charters, Clinton Ct. 203-245-7742 www.bluefincharters.com As if the colassal middle finger hasn't been jammed up our asses far enough, the NMFS and ASMFC carry on with their daily masterpieces of saving species in peril..........We as recreational anglers serve thanks for all the fine "work" you do........ Fishin Factory III Middletown Ct 860-344-9139 www.fishinfactory3.com www.jigheadlures.com www.castlebaits.com
I have found many times in life that real dirt bags can charm people and try and excell in some things while breaking other laws or thinking they are better than others. Good pinch.
Guilty as charged I appologize to everyone i have hurt.....
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Cuff em fellas!
you do........ 
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