Anglers Cited For Overfishing Walleye From Detroit River: DNR

DETROIT — Michigan wildlife officials cited a group of northern Michigan anglers for overfishing walleye from the Detroit River last week, according to the DNR.

Conservation officers spotted the group north of Milliken State Park in Detroit last Friday morning. When the anglers returned several hours later, the officers saw them taking additional fish. That's when they approached them with a search warrant.

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The officers found more than 60 walleye, which is more than double the daily legal limit from the Detroit River, officials said.

Each angler is allowed six walleye per day from the river. They were allowed to keep their legal daily limit and received citations for the misdemeanor offense.

"People visit Detroit from all over to take advantage of the abundant fishing offered by the Detroit River," DNR officer Todd Szyska said. "Our walleye fishery is world-class in part because of the many respectful anglers who follow the daily limits."

Officials said the anglers rented a property in Detroit for the duration of their fishing trip.

Michigan’s current fishing season started April 1 and runs through March 30, 2027. A license is required for anyone 17 and older fishing Michigan waters. Get more information at Michigan.gov/Fishing.