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Eagle Shot on Washington Farm | Oakland News
A 66-year-old man in Brush Prairie, Washington, faces federal charges for allegedly shooting a bald eagle with a shotgun—killing it and leaving pellets in its brain. Authorities say the eagle was found near his chickens, and he’s now accused of violating the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and unlawfully killing a migratory bird. If convicted on misdemeanor charges, he could face up to a year in prison and a $500,000 fine, with court scheduled for September 8 in Tacoma. This case underscores how fiercely protected eagles remain—even though they’re no longer endangered—highlighting recent…
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