2 hoax distress calls near Ogunquit, Maine, prompt Coast Guard investigations, pose safety threats and waste resources.
The US Coast Guard reports two hoax distress calls near Ogunquit, Maine, stating such fake calls are threats to public safety and waste resources. Hoax distress calls are federal crimes, punishable by up to 10 years in prison, $250,000 fines, and search costs. The Coast Guard Investigative Service probes these calls, which can trigger responses like launching helicopters and sending boats, diverting resources from genuine emergencies.
June 16, 2024
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