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Bald Eagle Shot on Christmas Eve in Horrific Incident in Virginia Wildlife Shelter

ROANOKE, Va. – A young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound on Christmas Eve at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Shelter, prompting outrage and sadness among staff and the local community. The bird, which had been evading capture for more than a week, was admitted to the shelter after sustaining a severe injury to its wing. Despite efforts to save the eagle, it did not survive. According to the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center, the juvenile …

“Horrific crime”: Young bald eagle shot and killed on Christmas Eve in Virginia wildlife shelter

WYTHE COUNTY, VA – Christmas Eve at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Shelter turned tragic when a young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound in the wing, sparking outrage and sadness among the staff and visitors. The center, known for rehabilitating injured birds of prey, was devastated by the loss of the majestic creature. The shooting of the bald eagle, a symbol of American pride and freedom, was deemed a “horrific crime” by the wildlife …

Young Bald Eagle Finds Tragic End on Christmas Eve in Virginia Wildlife Shelter

WYTHE COUNTY, VA – In a tragic turn of events, a young bald eagle passed away on Christmas Eve at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Shelter due to a gunshot wound in its wing. The incident has left wildlife experts and the local community devastated by the loss. The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Shelter, known for its efforts in rehabilitating injured and orphaned wildlife, reported the heartbreaking news of the eagle’s death. The young bald eagle, a …

Horrific Crime: Young Bald Eagle Fatally Shot on Christmas Eve in Southwest Virginia Wildlife Shelter

WYTHE COUNTY, Va. – On Christmas Eve, a young bald eagle tragically lost its life at the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Shelter due to a gunshot wound in its wing. The staff at the shelter were left devastated by the senseless act, shocked that such a majestic creature could fall victim to such cruelty. The bald eagle, a symbol of strength and freedom, is a protected species under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and …