East Algoma OPP is requesting public assistance involving vandalized commercial fishing nets, fish, and net anchors near Thessalon Island on Lake Huron.
Constable Bev Gauthier says last Wednesday morning, police investigated a complaint by a commercial fisherman who discovered their fishing equipment had been vandalized.
She says 12 commercial nets valued at over $5,000 were ripped apart, several net anchors are missing and around 1,400 to 1,600 pounds of Whitefish and Lake Trout, also valued at around $5,000, was taken.
She says the theft is believed to have occurred between Sunday, March 1st and Wednesday, March 4th adding officers also noted several snowmobile tracks and items left behind.
Gauthier adds the investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call the OPP.
The police is asking anyone with information about this incident, including anyone who may have recently been offered Whitefish or Lake Trout, to contact the 1-888-310-1122.
Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) Crimestoppers.
