The BAA committee subsequently considered the facts and gave the member the opportunity to give his account of the incident. This resulted in the committee issuing a life ban and also for Mr Brophy being banned by the land owner from all land and fishing belonging to the Arley Estate.
A spokesman said: “The BAA works alongside the EA, Police and Angling Trust to keep our waters safe and will prosecute anyone who threatens that, so when you do meet a bailiff, please give them your support... they're doing it on your behalf!”