Angry fishermen torch trawlers

Angry fishermen torch trawlers

PALEMBANG, South Sumatra: Dozens of local fishermen in Musi
Banyuasin regency burned three trawlers on Wednesday, injuring
three people.

South Sumatra Police spokesman Maj. Arum Priyono said on
Friday skippers of the trawlers, identified as Indra, Arbain and
Kajo Subowo, survived with minor burns.

Arum said the arson was triggered by the fishermen's anger
with the presence of the trawlers, which they accused of stealing
their livelihood.

The police said traditional fishermen have long targeted the
trawlers, Antara reported.