California DFG Wardens Seeking Tips in Shasta County Deer Poaching Investigation
OutdoorHub 01.31.12
The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) is seeking assistance from the public regarding recent deer poaching in the Cassel area in Shasta County.
On Dec. 10, the remains of a buck were discovered by wardens in the Cassel area. On Jan. 20, a second illegally killed buck was discovered in the same area. Both of these animals were taken outside of the legal hunting season. It is unknown if the cases are related.
Local wardens are asking for the public to come forward with any information regarding the illegal take of these animals. If you have any information regarding the above incidents, please contact CalTIP (Californians Turn in Poachers and Polluters) at 1-888-DFG-CALTIP (888-334-2258).
DFG is responsible for monitoring and setting animal seasons and bag limits in an effort to ensure that California’s diverse wildlife populations thrive.
“When a small handful of individuals take those resources with no regard for the law, they are not only showing contempt for the wildlife, but are also stealing opportunities from the rest of the public who would have a chance to legally harvest the animals,” said DFG Warden John Sutterfield, who patrols in and around Cassel.
CalTIP may offer a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of the individuals responsible for these crimes. Callers to the hotline may also choose to remain anonymous.
