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Radio-collared bobcat in Tucson research project found dead; reward offered

By Associated Press

Published October 17, 2022 12:00pm MST

Crime and Public Safety

Associated Press

Radio-collared bobcat in Tucson research project found dead; reward offered

TUCSON, Ariz. - A $1,150 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest in the killing of a radio-collared bobcat that was part of a Tucson research project, according to authorities.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department said the bobcat was found fatally shot on Sept. 28.

Officials said the research project, which is partially funded by a state Game and Fish grant, is studying how bobcats use the wildlife-urban interface on the west side of Tucson.

Department officials said the maximum penalty for illegally killing wildlife is four months in jail and a $750 fine and civil penalties could also apply.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department manages more than 800 native wildlife species.

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GAME FISH BOBCAT 2 COURTESY AZ GAME AND FISH DEPT

(Arizona Game and Fish Department)