POACHING Florida's PROTECTED Air Plants

If you like regular arrest content, be sure to check out our other channel ‪@ArrestCam‬ A biologist with Florida Fish and Wildlife saw what appeared to be endangered air plants taken from the Myakka River Wild and Scenic area, a protected area. Officers contacted the suspects at a nearby boat ramp. In the end, all three were charged with removing or cutting native vegetation except as a function of permitted activity. All 3 pled no contest, their adjudication was withheld, and they were each ordered to pay $268 in costs. If you like this video and want to see more like it, Subscribe to Arrest Cam. As always, thanks for watching! **************************** Our featured content highlights law enforcement interactions, focusing on education rather than public shaming or ridicule. In a world where discussions about law enforcement are often misleading, it’s important to present these interactions in their proper context to inform and educate the public. A detainment or arrest does not constitute evidence of guilt. All individuals referenced are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law and are entitled to due process and a fair and public trial. We are not affiliated with any law enforcement agency or any court system. W While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness or current status of the information published. Viewers are encouraged to verify details through official public records. If information needs corrected, please email us at [email protected] . ****************************