The winner of the White Marlin Open in Ocean City is now an open question.
James Motsko, president of the tournament, issued a statements saying that the information given by the winner presented a potential violation of the rules.
The Salisbury Daily Times reports the subsequent investigation was required by the rules and regulations.
But tournament officials did not disclose any further details including what the violations may have been.
They said that after a review of the evidence and deliberation, the Judges agreed that the prize would not be awarded to the boat catching the qualifying white marlin.
The Daily Times reports that the money will be withheld until a decision has been made as to who will receive the prize.
