Man charged for disturbing pod of dolphins in Moray
The incident happened in June
A man has been charged in connection with disturbing a pod of dolphins off the coast of Portknockie.
The incident happened on the Moray Firth on 27 June, when police received a report of a bod bothering dolphins in the water.
The man has since been traced, and will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal.
Constable Bryony Munro said: “We would like to remind members of the public to take care not to disturb any marine wildlife when they are encountered, and to follow the Scottish Marine Watching Code, whether they’re watching wildlife from the shore or sea.
We must ensure we are not endangering them"
“We understand many people enjoy the spectacle of seeing pods of dolphins and whales, but we must ensure we are not endangering them.
"It is vital they remain safe and protected in our seas. Anyone not adhering to the law will be investigated.
“Should you observe any human behaviour you consider to be a disturbance or harassment of dolphins, whales or other marine life, please note as much detail as you can and report the information to us.”