The Monroe County Sheriff department announced the arrest of Ming Horng Yin, 52, of Miami Springs.  According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Yin was arrested for possession of a Goliath Grouper.  The Goliath Grouper is a protected species.

Goliath Grouper are protected species in Florida
Goliath Grouper are protected species in Florida. Photo credit:  Monroe County Sheriff’s Office

The fish was successfully returned to the water alive.

Ming Horng Yin, 52, of Miami Springs
Ming Horng Yin, 52, of Miami Springs.  Photo credit:  Monroe County Sheriff’s Office

Race: O  Gender: M  Date of Birth: 12/04/1968  Age: 52

Arrest Date: 7/21/2021

Arrest #: MCSOCHG00000753M

Offense #: MCSO21OFF005123

Charges:

  • 1  M  379.401.2a  CONSERVATION – VIOL FWC RULE OR ORDER LEVEL TWO

Officer/Agency: GUERRA, WILFREDO – Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Bond Amount: $ 0

 

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