Bald Eagle Killing Investigation Continues
January 20, 2007
A juvenile bald eagle banded this past June by US Fish & Wildlife in Youngsville Ohio and hanging out the last several months around High Rock Lake was killed in Churchland NC on December 27th. North Carolina Wildlife Enforcement Officer Brian Perkins reports progress is being made following up several leads in this case. The bird was shot while sitting on a power line.
“The eagle was probably about 2 years old,” Perkins said. “It appeared to have a gunshot wound to the head.”
A reward of $2500 is being offered by the Federal Government for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. Anyone with information about the killing can call 859-1891 or (800) 662-7137.
Whoever is responsible for this crime stole from all of us. If you’ve never had the opportunity to witness a bald eagle soaring above you I hope you do. The Eagle is a majestic creature that has come back from the brink of extinction with the help of a lot of people and organizations. One such organization I’ve just learned about helping injured raptors here in North Carolina is Carolina Raptor Center that I’m sure could use any gifts or assistance in their mission.
Earlier Stories
Two Year Old Bald Eagle Poached in Churchland
Investigation Continues into the Senseless Killing of a Bald Eagle
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