A South Carolina man attempting to sell seafood from his van in the Florida Keys found himself in hot water after authorities discovered a slew of health and licensing violations.
56-year-old Christopher Charles Och of Clover, South Carolina, was cited on Saturday for multiple infractions, including:
- Failure to maintain proper temperature control: Och’s van lacked a thermometer in the freezer, raising concerns about the safety of the seafood he was selling.
- Unsanitary conditions: A cat and a litterbox filled with animal waste and cigarette butts were found inside the van, creating a health hazard.
- Licensing violations: Och was cited for operating without the necessary licenses and invoices required for selling food.
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The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about a suspicious person selling seafood from a van in the Venetian Shores neighborhood. Upon inspection, they discovered the violations and issued Och a mandatory notice to appear in court.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission assisted in the case.
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