Wildlife Expert Believes Death of 63 Sea Turtles Linked to Illegal Gillnetting in Rio Grande

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – Two-hundred yards of illegal gillnetting was pulled from the Rio Grande over the last few days.

The Coast Guard says eight sea turtles and five blacktip sharks were caught in it. Only three of those turtles lived and were cut loose.

The director of Sea Turtle, Inc. says the pattern fits past cases in previous years.

Texas Game Wardens are now investigating and the Coast Guard increasing their presence.

Watch the video above for the full report.

SOUTH PADRE ISLAND – Two-hundred yards of illegal gillnetting was pulled from the Rio Grande over the last few days.... More >>

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