Moose Found Dead Near Leadville Wasn't Poached
LEADVILLE ,Colo. (CBS4) - Authorities have determined a moose found dead near Leadville in early November wasn't killed by a poacher.
CBS4 first reported about the discovery of a carcass near town. Colorado Parks and Wildlife now says the animals died from a lung infection and there were no signs of poaching on the animal.
Investigators also say reported remains of another moose turned out to be a legally harvested elk.
Additional Information From Colorado Parks And Wildlife
Operation Game Thief is a Wildlife Crime Stoppers Organization and is sponsored by the Colorado Parks and Wildlife, which pays rewards up to $1,000 to citizens who turn in poachers. Callers can remain anonymous and never have to testify in court.
LINK: Find more information on the Operation Game Thief program
To report a possible poaching incident through OGT, call 1 (877) 265- 6648.