MMEA detains Thai crew, fishing vessel over licence violation

The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) has detained a Thai-operated Class C fishing vessel for allegedly violating the conditions of its fishing licence, according to the New Straits Times. The vessel was intercepted near the Malaysian Fisheries Development Authority jetty in Batu Maung, Penang, after a public complaint reported its presence less than 12 nautical miles from the coast.

The crew, consisting of four individuals aged between 51 and 58, were taken to the Batu Maung jetty and handed over to an MMEA investigation officer for further action. The seizure of the vessel and its estimated RM3 million worth of seized items is a serious response to violations of Malaysian fisheries laws.

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