Man arrested for speared lobster

A 46-year-old man Miami, Florida man with previous wildlife violations was arrested Tuesday for spearing lobster in a Key Largo canal.

Upper Keys Deputy Jason Farr observed Omar Yon spearfishing in a canal on Coral Way at approximately 4:51 p.m.

Yon was in possession of two, undersized, speared lobsters.

He was charged with spearfishing for lobster, spearfishing in a prohibited area, possession of undersized lobster, harvesting lobster without a measuring device, and possession of lobster out of season.

He was also cited for having no dive flag, possessing an expired fishing license, and having no lobster permit.

Go to www.myfwc.com for more information on wildlife regulations.

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