WOLF POINT, Mont. (NMB) – Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Region 6 game wardens are seeking any information regarding two mule deer bucks that were shot and left south of Wolf Point sometime over the opening weekend of the general deer season, and likely on the evening of Sunday, October 21st. A press release says that the incident occurred on private property along Highway 528 about six miles west of Highway 13.
Wardens responded tot he call on Monday, October 22nd, and the two deer were found about 100 yards south of Highway 528 lying about 50 yards apart in a stubble field. The deer were shot in the head and neck area, and all the meat was left to waste. Sometime later, the likely suspects attempted to come back to the kill site to remove the antlers.
Anyone with information about this crime is encouraged to call 406-263-0068, or FWP’s 24-hour wildlife tip line at 1-800-TIP-MONT. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 for providing information that leads to a conviction.
