Man charged after dolphin pod disturbance in Moray

A man has been charged following reports of a boat disturbing a pod of dolphins off the coast of Portknockie in Moray. The incident allegedly occurred on June 27.

Police stated that the individual will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal. Authorities reminded the public that dolphins, whales, and porpoises are protected by law in Scottish territorial waters, and it is an offense to deliberately or recklessly harass or disturb them.

Constable Bryony Munro urged citizens to follow the Scottish Marine Wildlife Watching Code when observing animals from the shore or sea to ensure marine life remains safe and protected. Members of the public are encouraged to report any observed harassment of marine wildlife to the police.