Suffolk Reporter

Michael Tenedine, a 58-year-old charter captain from East Haven, Connecticut, has been convicted of operating a charter vessel without a permit and illegal possession of black sea bass in New York waters. The conviction was announced by Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney.

The case highlights the ongoing efforts to protect marine life in Suffolk County. The district attorney's "Everblue Initiative" aims to safeguard the county's extensive water ecosystems through collaboration with state and local law enforcement agencies.

"We have a duty to protect Suffolk County’s vital ecosystems from disrespect and ruin," said District Attorney Tierney. "My Everblue Initiative will ensure that future generations will enjoy boating, swimming, fishing, and exploring all that this county has to offer. This conviction is the latest example of what happens to those who selfishly seek to profit off of our natural heritage."

The initiative underscores the importance of preserving natural resources for future generations while addressing illegal activities that threaten these environments.