IDFG looking for person who killed cow elk near White Owl Butte

REXBURG - Conservation Officers with the Idaho Department of Fish & Game (IDFG) in the Upper Snake Region are asking the public's assistance in finding the person or persons responsible for the illegal killing of a cow elk east of the White Owl Butte area, just off Brown's Road on Thanksgiving Day. The cow had been shot at least three times and left to rot. A herd of over 100 elk had been observed in the area prior to this occurring and officers are looking for information about any persons or vehicles that may have been observed in the area. The hunting season for cow elk in Unit 64, part of the Palisades Zone had closed back on November 16. Anyone with information can contact the IDFG Citizens Against Poaching (CAP) Hotline at 1-800-632-5999. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for rewards.