It is possible that he will be charged, but it seems like a pretty clear cut case of self-defence (and I assume the other fisherman will be a witness who can support your son's story) so it would be pretty unlikely for any charges to proceed. If they did, they would probably be defensible, but I wouldn't worry too much about that right now. See what happens after statements have been provided.
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How scary for you Dianne I am so glad that your DS is ok, he is a brave you man, and it was really lucky that there were witnesses and someone to help him.
I hope he is oing ok today and that you are ok as well xxoo