(Miri, 21st) A fishing boat operating without a valid license in the Miri waters was detained by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency Miri Maritime Enforcement Zone yesterday. The captain and two local men were taken for investigation.
Miri Maritime Enforcement Zone Director Captain Mohd Khairol Anuar announced in a statement today that enforcement officers, during the "Op PERMAI 01/2019" and "Op TIRIS 3.0" maritime patrol operations, found the vessel at around 10:10 am, 8.14 nautical miles northwest of Kuala Miri, and conducted an inspection.
"Initial checks showed that the vessel did not have a valid operating license, and the captain could not present a certificate of competence to operate the vessel."The captain and 2 passengers on the boat were taken to the Miri Vessel Detention Center by the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency to assist in the investigation. It is understood that the vessel was operated by a captain, with two local men aged between 37 and 46 as passengers. The three individuals were subsequently taken to the Miri Vessel Detention Center to assist in the investigation.
The case will be investigated under the "Merchant Shipping Ordinance 1952" for offenses of operating without a license and operating a vessel without proper qualifications.
The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency reiterates its commitment to strengthening maritime patrols and monitoring, and to firmly combat any illegal activities and maritime crimes to ensure the safety and order of national waters.
The authorities call on the public to report any suspicious activities at sea by calling the Miri Maritime Enforcement Zone Maritime Operation Center (PUSOP) hotline 085-649111, or contacting the Sarawak State Maritime Enforcement Center at 082-432544 / 082-432016, or through the 999 emergency line for prompt action.
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