Two Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested for Commercial Crab Fishing in Protected Area

TDT | Manama

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The Public Prosecution has initiated investigations into an incident involving the commercial fishing of crabs in a protected area. Two Bangladeshi nationals have been arrested and remanded in custody.

The Public Prosecution received a report from the Coast Guard, stating that the two individuals were apprehended while engaging in commercial fishing activities within a protected marine area. They were using crab traps (cradles) and had in their possession approximately 140 kilograms of crabs and 25 crab traps.

Upon receiving the report, the Public Prosecution immediately commenced investigations, questioning the suspects and presenting them with the seized evidence. The suspects have been remanded in custody pending further investigations. The boat used for the illegal fishing operation has been impounded, and the seized crabs will be auctioned off. The proceeds from the sale will be deposited pending the suspects' trial.

The Head of the Public Prosecution for Ministries and Public Entities emphasised in a statement that the Kingdom of Bahrain has enacted legislation to protect wildlife, including marine life. Protected areas have been designated to ensure the sustainability of wildlife by prohibiting commercial fishing and overfishing.