The fish was reeled in after a 30 minute battle, kept animal alive and taken to be measured with a certified scale. The record was confirmed by PFBC waterways conservation officer.
Two North Carolina catfish records broken with 121-pound and 78-pound monster catches
Caught the River Monster last night! : r/Fishing
MS blue catfish state record crushed with 131-pound 'monster
Giant catfish caught on Ohio River by Beaver County fisherman
Update: TWRA confirms new Tennessee record for blue catfish
Angler Who Caught Monster Catfish Explains Why He's Turning Down the Record
Catching monster catfish takes patience, skill and luck - Alabama Living Magazine
What a night! 8 big flatty's and Dakota caught his PB, a 41 1/2 inch river monster! Not far off from the catch and release state record
Photos: Mississippi Angler Breaks Record with Monster Catfish