Coast Guard terminates “illegal charter” operation near Destin, captain arrested

On Sunday, the U.S. Coast Guard and Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office terminated an “illegal passenger-for-hire” charter boat operation near Destin. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, the termination came after determining the vessel was carrying more than 6 passengers without a valid Certificate of Inspection. The Captain was arrested by the Okaloosa County Deputies after … Continue reading Coast Guard terminates “illegal charter” operation near Destin, captain arrested