Help Find Who Killed a Bald Eagle in Missouri

Someone needs to face justice for an evil thing they've done. Authorities in Missouri are looking for the person who shot and killed a bald eagle.

The Missouri Department of Conservation just shared this sad news on their social media pages today

In case you can't read the small print on their share, here are the details they included:

"We need your help! MDC is seeking information about this bald eagle found shot southeast of the intersection of East 8th Street and Bushey Avenue in Caruthersville on April 13. Anyone with information about how the eagle was killed is urged to contact Pemiscot County Conservation Agent Hunter Ridenour at 573-757-8357 or Operation Game Thief at 800-392-1111. Your help in this matter is greatly appreciated!"

This is the intersection where the eagle was found near in Caruthersville, Missouri.

What's the punishment for killing a bald eagle?

The US Fish and Wildlife Service says killing a bald eagle can cost the villain one year in federal prison and fines ranging from $5,000 to $100,000, which can increase to $250,000 or more for felony convictions under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. It's a terrible thing to do to any animal, but even worse when it's our national symbol.