Irish-registered vessel arrested

The Naval Service has arrested an Irish-registered Spanish fishing vessel 20 miles west of Erris Head

The Naval Service has arrested an Irish-registered Spanish fishing vessel 20 miles west of Erris Head. The La Marea was detained by the Le Eithne for alleged under-recording of its catch of monkfish and other offences.

It was escorted to Killybegs, Co Donegal, at the weekend, where it was handed over to the Garda.

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