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flag Foreign sailors caught and cooked crabs illegally near Vancouver, prompting an investigation.

flag A video showing Mandarin-speaking sailors aboard a foreign vessel near Vancouver catching and cooking hundreds of crabs has triggered an investigation by Fisheries and Oceans Canada and the Port of Vancouver. flag The footage, filmed at night—when crabbing is banned—shows the crew hauling traps and retaining undersized and female crabs, both illegal under Canadian rules. flag They claim to have caught about 441 pounds of crabs, cooking them on board and drinking beer. flag Authorities are reviewing the video for violations, including exceeding possession limits and fishing in restricted areas. flag The Port of Vancouver pledged to improve education for visiting crews, while the BC Crab Fishermen’s Association stressed that only male crabs over 16.5 centimeters may be kept to ensure sustainability. flag Enforcement actions, including equipment seizure or arrests, may follow if violations are confirmed.

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