Washington officials seek two men accused of taking bear from private land
Washington wildlife officials are searching for two men accused of taking a dead black bear from marked private property near Oso. The case matters because officials say the men had no permission to enter or hunt there, despite the open bear season, and are asking the public to help identify them.
A video reportedly shows one man carrying the bear while his companion holds a rifle; officials say a “no trespassing or hunting” sign was visible nearby. The tip was received on 20 September, and the bear is believed to have been about two years old. If convicted of hunting while trespassing, the men could face up to a $500 fine, a year in jail and hunting restrictions.
- Officials are seeking two men seen taking a bear from private land.
- A video shows a rifle and a posted no-hunting sign.
- A conviction could bring a fine, jail time and hunting restrictions.
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Washington wildlife officials are searching for two men who allegedly took a black bear from private land near Oso without permission. A video reportedly shows one man carrying the bear whilst another held a rifle, with a "no trespassing or hunting" sign clearly visible in the background. The landowner had not given them permission to be on the property.
The incident highlights how hunting regulations protect private property rights. Even though bear season was open at the time, taking an animal from land you do not own or have permission to hunt on is illegal. The men now face potential charges that could result in fines up to $500, jail time up to one year and permanent restrictions on hunting privileges.
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Originally published by Daily Mail as “Urgent hunt for two men caught on camera killing and poaching gorgeous black bear on private property”.