According to reports, the junta navy apprehended seven fishermen from the Pauktaw Township in Arakan State while they were fishing close to Sittwe. The junta navy stationed in the Sittwe Sea opened fire on three boats carrying residents of Pauktaw who were fishing on September 16. They may turn to crime if they starve.”Before going fishing, local folks were advised to remain up to date on the news by a source close to ULA/AA. The military navy apprehended three local fishing vessels on September 9 while they were fishing in the Sittwe-Pauktaw and Phayonka Island-Kyaukphyu regions, where the navy is active. The local fishermen reported that they are regularly detained by the military navy between Pauktaw Township and Kyaukphyu Township, which makes it difficult for them to earn a livelihood.