RJ
07-25-2007, 03:48 PM
Suspects apprehended for stealing from commercial lobstermans pots in Smithtown Marina
Three Long Island men were apprehended on July 22 and charged with allegedly stealing lobsters from licensed commercial lobstermen* the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The three men were issued 12 tickets and charged with four misdemeanors* carrying penalties as high as $10*000. DEC Environmental Conservation Officers (ECO) worked in cooperation with the Smithtown Bay Constables in Smithtown Marina.
Commercial lobsterman Danny Saffieri contacted the Constables at 6:50 p.m. that night* reporting lobsters stolen from his traps (lobster pots). Constables transported the violators to the Stony Brook Yacht Club where ECO Nathaniel Mead questioned them. During the interview* Frank Nicosia claimed none of the lobsters came from ``Danny's pots.'' Three coolers were found full of lobsters.
The coolers contained 198 lobsters -- 153 undersized* 2 with eggs and just 43 legal sized -- weighing 200.1 pounds. The fair market value* estimated at $5.75 per pound* is roughly $1*150.
The suspects and charges:
Nicosia* Frank DOB 7/17/56 PO 2-25 Hillcrest Dr. Smithtown* NY 11787.
292105-2- Possession of lobsters in spawn.
292113-3- Failed to possess a resident lobster permit (commercial).
292107-4- Disturbing gear.
292103-0- Possession of undersized lobsters.
Amato* Marc T. DOB 10/24/83 5 Marlan CT Smithtown* NY 11787.
292112-2- Possession of lobster in spawn.
292111-1- Possession of undersized lobsters.
292108-5- Failed to possess a resident lobster permit (commercial).
292110-0- Disturbing gear. Amato* Travis G.
10/24/83 5 Marlan CT Smithtown* NY 11787.
292109-6- Failed to possess a resident lobster permit (commercial).
292104-1- Possess lobsters in spawn.
292106-3- Disturbing or taking gear.
292102-6- Possess undersized lobsters.
With the assistance of DECs Marine enforcement Unit* law enforcement inventoried and seized the suspects' boat for evidence. They are scheduled to be arraigned Aug. 13 in Suffolk County's 1st district court.
Individuals spotting illegal activities are encouraged to call DECs Environmental Conservation Officers at (631) 444-0250 during business hours* and 1-877-457-5680 at all other times to report suspected illegal activities.
For more information on fishing and wildlife regulations* please visit the DEC website at http://www.dec.ny.gov/regulations/regulations.html
Three Long Island men were apprehended on July 22 and charged with allegedly stealing lobsters from licensed commercial lobstermen* the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today. The three men were issued 12 tickets and charged with four misdemeanors* carrying penalties as high as $10*000. DEC Environmental Conservation Officers (ECO) worked in cooperation with the Smithtown Bay Constables in Smithtown Marina.
Commercial lobsterman Danny Saffieri contacted the Constables at 6:50 p.m. that night* reporting lobsters stolen from his traps (lobster pots). Constables transported the violators to the Stony Brook Yacht Club where ECO Nathaniel Mead questioned them. During the interview* Frank Nicosia claimed none of the lobsters came from ``Danny's pots.'' Three coolers were found full of lobsters.
The coolers contained 198 lobsters -- 153 undersized* 2 with eggs and just 43 legal sized -- weighing 200.1 pounds. The fair market value* estimated at $5.75 per pound* is roughly $1*150.
The suspects and charges:
Nicosia* Frank DOB 7/17/56 PO 2-25 Hillcrest Dr. Smithtown* NY 11787.
292105-2- Possession of lobsters in spawn.
292113-3- Failed to possess a resident lobster permit (commercial).
292107-4- Disturbing gear.
292103-0- Possession of undersized lobsters.
Amato* Marc T. DOB 10/24/83 5 Marlan CT Smithtown* NY 11787.
292112-2- Possession of lobster in spawn.
292111-1- Possession of undersized lobsters.
292108-5- Failed to possess a resident lobster permit (commercial).
292110-0- Disturbing gear. Amato* Travis G.
10/24/83 5 Marlan CT Smithtown* NY 11787.
292109-6- Failed to possess a resident lobster permit (commercial).
292104-1- Possess lobsters in spawn.
292106-3- Disturbing or taking gear.
292102-6- Possess undersized lobsters.
With the assistance of DECs Marine enforcement Unit* law enforcement inventoried and seized the suspects' boat for evidence. They are scheduled to be arraigned Aug. 13 in Suffolk County's 1st district court.
Individuals spotting illegal activities are encouraged to call DECs Environmental Conservation Officers at (631) 444-0250 during business hours* and 1-877-457-5680 at all other times to report suspected illegal activities.
For more information on fishing and wildlife regulations* please visit the DEC website at http://www.dec.ny.gov/regulations/regulations.html