Bald eagle shot near Ravinia, South Dakota; reward offered

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department are offering a reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for the shooting of an adult bald eagle two miles south and one-half mile west of Ravinia, South Dakota, in Charles Mix County. The eagle was shot and wounded prior to December 18, 2010.

The eagle has been transported to a veterinarian and will require surgery to repair a broken wing. Bald eagles are protected by both federal and state law. Bald eagles are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.

Callers with information may remain anonymous. Please contact one of the following individuals.

Special Agent Ken Dulik, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, 605.885.6403

South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks TIPS Hotline - 1-888 OVERBAG.

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