Two bald eagles have been shot dead in Indiana so far this year.
Indiana DNR officers believe the juvenile bird, which was found in Sullivan County, was shot in January. Another young bird was found not far away in Vigo County on March 10.
Federal and state officials are offering a joint $2,000 reward to anyone with information leading to a conviction in the case.
Bald Eagles aren’t endangered but are protected by federal law. The penalty includes five years and a $250,000 fine for a felony conviction.
Anyone with information can contact DNR Law Enforcement Central Dispatch at 812-837-9536 or the tip hotline at 1-800-847-4367.
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Why?!?? People that abuse or kill ANY animal for no reason is a disgusting coward. Karma will get you.
So, how about the Bald Eagles being killed by wind turbines? The so called green energy.