Successful prosecution for illegal fishing on Usk

A man from Pontypool received fines and costs for illegally fishing on a private stretch of water on the River Usk.  Mr Amos Dixon pleaded guilty to fishing in October 2024 without a rod licence on water in which there was a private right of fishery, namely the River Usk at Usk.

Following a report from a member of the public, Gwent Police Officers secured evidence on Mr Dixon, who was confirmed to be fishing without a rod licence and with permission. The magistrates agreed and sentenced him at Newport Magistrates Court on Friday, 17 January 2025 with fines and costs totalling £925.

PC Mark Powell, who is seconded to NRW (Natural Resources Wales) must be congratulated on identifying Mr Dixon and bringing him so quickly to court.  A second man, who was also fishing, remains unidentified.