FWC Officer Michael Hopkins responded to a report of possible spearfishing violations in Sebastian Inlet State Park and observed two individuals near a tide pool. The park manager identified one of the individuals, who was seated on a truck and appeared to be acting as a lookout. During a resource inspection, both individuals denied any involvement in diving or fishing activities, despite a visibly wet dive bag being present in the bed of the truck. After speaking with the individuals, Officer Hopkins departed but maintained surveillance from a concealed position. Officer Matthew St. Martin soon arrived to assist with ongoing surveillance. Shortly thereafter, the subjects resumed fishing activity. The officers observed them hide a stringer with a snook in the rocks and retrieve a heavy black container. The officers approached the subjects and discovered a goliath grouper and three over-slot snook, all illegally harvested using a speargun. The officers received a full confession and arrested one individual for the illegal harvest and issued a notice to appear to the second individual. About FWC_______________________ The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is a Florida state agency responsible for managing and regulating the state's fish and wildlife resources, as well as enforcing related laws. FWC also manages habitats, conducts research, and provides outreach and education. FWC officers have full police powers and statewide jurisdiction to protect Florida's natural resources and ensure public safety. The footage featured is real bodycam coverage of wildlife officers seeking to protect Florida's natural resources. Learn more at https://myfwc.com _______Check___This______Out________ Watch the world's largest collection of Florida programming at: https://www.youtube.com/@discoverfloridachannel

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