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Rewards offered after bear illegally shot near Ely

By PAUL WALSH, Star Tribune

Last update: July 8, 2008 - 1:50 PM

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The illegal shooting and wounding of a male black bear near Ely, Minn., has prompted rewards for information leading to an arrest and conviction in the incident.

The Humane Society of the United States and the society's Wildlife Land Trust are offering a $2,500 reward in connection with the shooting June 9 near Eagle's Nest Township, west of Ely. Also, the Turn In Poachers program in Minnesota is offering an additional $300.

The bear was shot in the hip area and is expected to survive.

Under Minnesota law, shooting a bear out of season carries a maximum penalty of $3,000 and a year in jail.

"Poaching is not only callous and irresponsible, it's also a crime that all too often goes unpunished," said Jill Fritz, Humane Society state director.

The DNR said that only 1 to 5 percent of poachers are caught.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the 24-hour Turn In Poachers hot line at 1-800-652-9093.

Paul Walsh • 612-673-4482

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