Clues Sought in Lamar Pronghorn Poaching

LAMAR, Colo. – Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers are asking the public for help solving a pronghorn poaching near Lamar. Wildlife officers found two pronghorn antelope dumped near North 13th and Canal Road on Oct. 13.

Portions of the animals were missing, but the meat was left.

Anyone who saw any suspicious activity or has information should call Colorado Parks and Wildlife Officer Kevin Mahan at 719-940-0233 or call the toll-free poaching tip line at 1-877-265-6648. Verizon cell phone users can dial #OGT, or tips can be e-mailed to game.thief@state.co.us.

Anyone who comes forward with information that leads to a citation is eligible for a cash reward from Operation Game Thief. In some cases, people who turn in poachers are eligible for preference points or a free hunting license for a future season.