From the Alaska State Troopers:
Location: Morzhovoi Bay
Type: No crewmember license
On 1/17/10 Dutch Harbor Wildlife Troopers issued a citation to Thomas Walter Wilson, 21, of King Cove, for commercial fishing without possessing a 2010 Alaska commercial fishing crewmember license.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
The Dutch Harbor report
From the local police blotter, as reported by the Unalaska Advertiser:
Burglary, Jan. 11 — Burglars made off with brand new Carhartts, new sleeping bags and an old TV after they broke into a fishing vessel at the Spit Dock. Under investigation.
Traffic crime, Jan. 12 — Officer found a rental vehicle abandoned at a stop sign. Investigation revealed a member of the Discovery Channel film crew left it at that location after the transmission ceased engaging.
Drug law violation, Jan. 14 — While officers were investigating an unrelated incident, several men in a neighboring UniSea bunkroom brought attention to themselves with their boisterous merrymaking. Officers who contacted the men about the noise quickly identified marijuana as the source of their merriment. Andrew D. Lacey, 22, and Raymond B. Jones, 23, both of Washington, were arrested for misconduct involving a controlled substance.
Assault, Jan. 17 — A UniSea employee who was afraid of a man who had been behaving oddly at a party asked a companion to walk home with her. Once in her building, the woman’s companion was jumped and choked by the man in question. The assault was witnessed by two other people. Thomas M. Romero, 37, of California, was arrested for assault.
Burglary, Jan. 11 — Burglars made off with brand new Carhartts, new sleeping bags and an old TV after they broke into a fishing vessel at the Spit Dock. Under investigation.
Traffic crime, Jan. 12 — Officer found a rental vehicle abandoned at a stop sign. Investigation revealed a member of the Discovery Channel film crew left it at that location after the transmission ceased engaging.
Drug law violation, Jan. 14 — While officers were investigating an unrelated incident, several men in a neighboring UniSea bunkroom brought attention to themselves with their boisterous merrymaking. Officers who contacted the men about the noise quickly identified marijuana as the source of their merriment. Andrew D. Lacey, 22, and Raymond B. Jones, 23, both of Washington, were arrested for misconduct involving a controlled substance.
Assault, Jan. 17 — A UniSea employee who was afraid of a man who had been behaving oddly at a party asked a companion to walk home with her. Once in her building, the woman’s companion was jumped and choked by the man in question. The assault was witnessed by two other people. Thomas M. Romero, 37, of California, was arrested for assault.
Friday, January 15, 2010
The Dutch Harbor report
From the local police blotter, as reported by the Unalaska Advertiser:
Criminal mischief, Jan. 7 — A man who parked his vehicle near the small-boat harbor found one of his tires had been slashed. He told police a similar incident had recently occurred to a friend's vehicle, in the same area. Under investigation.
Assistance rendered, Jan. 8 — U.S. Coast Guard requested assistance with a possibly intoxicated vessel captain, then cancelled their request a few minutes later.
Fire, Jan. 9 — Officers provided traffic control while a vehicle burned at a local processing plant.
Criminal mischief, Jan. 7 — A man who parked his vehicle near the small-boat harbor found one of his tires had been slashed. He told police a similar incident had recently occurred to a friend's vehicle, in the same area. Under investigation.
Assistance rendered, Jan. 8 — U.S. Coast Guard requested assistance with a possibly intoxicated vessel captain, then cancelled their request a few minutes later.
Fire, Jan. 9 — Officers provided traffic control while a vehicle burned at a local processing plant.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Big trawl fine among NOAA enforcement cases
At the North Pacific Fishery Management Council's December meeting, federal authorities presented a six-page report listing enforcement cases referred during the year ended Sept. 30, 2009.
Some of the cases on the list remain unresolved as the accused contest the violations.
Others, however, have been settled.
A notable example is an illegal fishing case involving the 296-foot factory trawler Katie Ann, part of the American Seafoods fleet.
Documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request show that on March 17 of last year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration assessed a civil penalty of $115,219 against the captain of the Katie Ann, Jarl M. Hogseth, and the boat's owner.
Hogseth and the Katie Ann, in March 2007, illegally trawled for Pacific cod in a western Aleutians area reserved for Atka mackerel fishing, the documents say.
To settle the case, Hogseth on April 29 of last year signed an agreement to pay $105,219, with the remaining $10,000 suspended.
Some of the cases on the list remain unresolved as the accused contest the violations.
Others, however, have been settled.
A notable example is an illegal fishing case involving the 296-foot factory trawler Katie Ann, part of the American Seafoods fleet.
Documents obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request show that on March 17 of last year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration assessed a civil penalty of $115,219 against the captain of the Katie Ann, Jarl M. Hogseth, and the boat's owner.
Hogseth and the Katie Ann, in March 2007, illegally trawled for Pacific cod in a western Aleutians area reserved for Atka mackerel fishing, the documents say.
To settle the case, Hogseth on April 29 of last year signed an agreement to pay $105,219, with the remaining $10,000 suspended.
The Dutch Harbor report
From the local police blotter, as reported by the Unalaska Advertiser:
Trespass, Dec. 29 — Officers assisted a vessel captain with the removal of a perpetually intoxicated employee from his former vessel of employment.
Suspicious activity, Dec. 30 — Complainant reported a teacher from the school apparently purchased alcohol for a student. Interviews with witnesses indicated that Pamela T. Drawver, 42 yoa, of Unalaska, purchased at least one bottle of alcohol for at least one student. A warrant was issued for Drawver’s arrest.
Warrant arrest, Dec. 31 — Pamela T. Drawver was arrested on an outstanding warrant for furnishing alcohol to a minor.
Suspicious activity, Dec. 31 — Complaint about a group of revelers on the beach near the fireworks display, who were drinking alcohol, detonating seal bombs and igniting nautical flares in a potentially dangerous manner. The men were advised of the regulations regarding fireworks, explosives and alcohol consumption in public places. After two such visits from officers, the men decided to leave the beach because there were too many police officers in the area.
Suspicious person, Jan. 2 — Caller reported a vessel belonging to a friend might have an intruder on board. Officers checked the vessel and found neither any people nor signs of entry.
Trespass, Dec. 29 — Officers assisted a vessel captain with the removal of a perpetually intoxicated employee from his former vessel of employment.
Suspicious activity, Dec. 30 — Complainant reported a teacher from the school apparently purchased alcohol for a student. Interviews with witnesses indicated that Pamela T. Drawver, 42 yoa, of Unalaska, purchased at least one bottle of alcohol for at least one student. A warrant was issued for Drawver’s arrest.
Warrant arrest, Dec. 31 — Pamela T. Drawver was arrested on an outstanding warrant for furnishing alcohol to a minor.
Suspicious activity, Dec. 31 — Complaint about a group of revelers on the beach near the fireworks display, who were drinking alcohol, detonating seal bombs and igniting nautical flares in a potentially dangerous manner. The men were advised of the regulations regarding fireworks, explosives and alcohol consumption in public places. After two such visits from officers, the men decided to leave the beach because there were too many police officers in the area.
Suspicious person, Jan. 2 — Caller reported a vessel belonging to a friend might have an intruder on board. Officers checked the vessel and found neither any people nor signs of entry.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Troopers ticket Sitka salmon troller
From the Alaska State Troopers:
Location: Sitka
Type: Commercial fishing violation
On 1/3/10 Alaska Wildlife Troopers contacted Eric G. Robinson, age 62, of Sitka, after observing a commercial fishing violation on 1/2/10. Investigation revealed Robinson was commercially trolling without a valid 2010 permit card or a 2010 vessel license in possession. Robinson was issued a summons to Sitka Court for failing to have a 2010 salmon troll permit in possession. Robinson was issued a citation for failing to display a current vessel registration, with bail set at $210.
Location: Sitka
Type: Commercial fishing violation
On 1/3/10 Alaska Wildlife Troopers contacted Eric G. Robinson, age 62, of Sitka, after observing a commercial fishing violation on 1/2/10. Investigation revealed Robinson was commercially trolling without a valid 2010 permit card or a 2010 vessel license in possession. Robinson was issued a summons to Sitka Court for failing to have a 2010 salmon troll permit in possession. Robinson was issued a citation for failing to display a current vessel registration, with bail set at $210.
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Cutter calls safety timeout for Southeast boats
The following press release is from the U.S. Coast Guard. For some reason, it fails to name the vessels involved.
Jan. 7, 2010
Coast Guard crew terminates three Alaska fishing vessels
JUNEAU — The Coast Guard cutter Naushon terminated the voyages of two 50-foot and one 45-foot commercial fishing vessels Wednesday near Craig for safety violations.
A boarding team from the Naushon terminated the voyage of all three vessels between 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. One of the fishing vessels was terminated due to an expired life raft, while the other two were terminated due to lack of a primary lifesaving device. Two of the vessels also had expired documentation.
Life rafts aboard commercial fishing vessels must be repacked annually and the hydrostatic release must be replaced or serviced in the required timeframe depending on the type.
"Life rafts and flotation devices have made the difference between life and death many times in Alaska," said Capt. Melissa Bert, Sector Juneau commander. "We take the requirement to have them on board seriously."
All the vessels were escorted by the Naushon to Craig. Two of the vessels are homeported in Craig while the third hails from Klawock.
The vessels must clear the terminable offenses prior to getting under way. All three vessels were given a compliance option that may reduce or remove any potential fines provided that the vessels pass a dockside safety exam.
The 110-foot Naushon is based out of Ketchikan, Alaska. It was under way conducting random commercial fishing vessel boardings in the vicinity of Prince of Wales Island.
The Coast Guard conducts random boardings to help ensure owners and operators of commercial fishing vessels maintain required safety equipment.
To be better prepared for an at-sea boarding, voluntary dockside exams are available. Coast Guard personnel are available to examine safety equipment, inform the owner or operator of what's right and what needs to be corrected free of charge and penalty free.
For questions or to inquire about a free commercial fishing vessel safety exam contact the nearest Coast Guard Sector or Marine Safety Detachment.
Jan. 7, 2010
Coast Guard crew terminates three Alaska fishing vessels
JUNEAU — The Coast Guard cutter Naushon terminated the voyages of two 50-foot and one 45-foot commercial fishing vessels Wednesday near Craig for safety violations.
A boarding team from the Naushon terminated the voyage of all three vessels between 2:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. One of the fishing vessels was terminated due to an expired life raft, while the other two were terminated due to lack of a primary lifesaving device. Two of the vessels also had expired documentation.
Life rafts aboard commercial fishing vessels must be repacked annually and the hydrostatic release must be replaced or serviced in the required timeframe depending on the type.
"Life rafts and flotation devices have made the difference between life and death many times in Alaska," said Capt. Melissa Bert, Sector Juneau commander. "We take the requirement to have them on board seriously."
All the vessels were escorted by the Naushon to Craig. Two of the vessels are homeported in Craig while the third hails from Klawock.
The vessels must clear the terminable offenses prior to getting under way. All three vessels were given a compliance option that may reduce or remove any potential fines provided that the vessels pass a dockside safety exam.
The 110-foot Naushon is based out of Ketchikan, Alaska. It was under way conducting random commercial fishing vessel boardings in the vicinity of Prince of Wales Island.
The Coast Guard conducts random boardings to help ensure owners and operators of commercial fishing vessels maintain required safety equipment.
To be better prepared for an at-sea boarding, voluntary dockside exams are available. Coast Guard personnel are available to examine safety equipment, inform the owner or operator of what's right and what needs to be corrected free of charge and penalty free.
For questions or to inquire about a free commercial fishing vessel safety exam contact the nearest Coast Guard Sector or Marine Safety Detachment.
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