A hunter was today handed a permanent ban on holding a hunter's licence and fined €1,500 after admitting to illegal hunting and illegal possession of birds during the closed season. He also admitted illegally carrying a loaded firearm, and relapsing.
Kevin Zerafa, 27 of Marsascala, was also condemned to an 18-month jail term suspended for three years.
His hunting equipment was seized by the court.
Inspector Ramon Mercieca prosecuted.
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