Coast Guard inspection near Tybee Island leads to arrest at sea
By Lynbyrd Massey Jr.
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TYBEE ISLAND, Georgia (WJCL) — A routine U.S. Coast Guard inspection of a commercial fishing vessel near Tybee Island led to an arrest after officials discovered a crew member had an active warrant out of Chatham County.
According to the Coast Guard, crews were conducting a routine boarding of the vessel when they discovered the outstanding warrant.
The Coast Guard coordinated with the Chatham County Marine Patrol to transfer custody of the crew member while at sea.
After the transfer was completed, Coast Guard personnel continued their inspection of the fishing vessel.
Officials have not released the crew member’s identity or provided details about the warrant, including the charges involved.
“We are proud to work daily with our local law enforcement partners to keep our maritime domain secure!” the Coast Guard said in a statement.
Authorities have not provided additional information about the incident.
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