Montana Officials Seeking Information About Unlawfully Killed Elk

Living in Montana is an absolute privilege. As someone who only arrived in the state from Idaho (and Texas before that) around five months ago, I can tell you that there has always been an aura around the great state of Montana.

As a matter of fact, I can recall several people over the years outside of Montana that I encountered who had "living in Montana" as one of their life goals.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks: Unlawfully Killed Elk

Because living in Montana is such a privilege, it should also go without saying that the people, animals, and land of Montana should always be respected.

It's why the latest news from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks - Region 5 has people in the community fired up.

"FWP game wardens are seeking the public's help in gathering information on this unlawfully killed bull elk," Montana FWP said in the press release. Officials say the incident likely took place between January 30th and February 1st while adding that the animal wasn't left in one piece.

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"Only the head and backstraps were removed."

According to the release, the carcass was found on "private property off of Horsethief Road, about 13 miles west of Roundup."

Cash Reward for Unlawfully Killed Elk

Officials are calling on the public for assistance and are offering up to $1,000 if your information leads them to those responsible.

If you have any information, you're asked to contact game warden Randy Hutzenbiler at 406-694-2571 or at tipmont.mt.gov.

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