The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is asking for the public’s help after three bull elk were illegally shot and left to waste northeast of Hyattville, near Medicine Lodge Archaeological Site.
Two dead bull elk were discovered Oct. 15 within 200 yards of each other, approximately three-fourths of a mile south of the archaeological site. A third bull elk carcass was found nearby the following day.
According to Game and Fish, all three elk had been shot, and their entire carcasses were abandoned. No meat, heads or antlers were taken.
The carcasses were already decomposed and scavenged when discovered, indicating the animals had died well before the hunting season opened. Investigating wardens estimate the elk were killed between Oct. 3 and Oct. 10.
Anyone who saw suspicious activity or vehicles in the area during that period, or who has other information about the killings, is encouraged to contact Game and Fish.
Tips can be submitted through any of the following channels:
- Call: Wyoming’s Stop Poaching Hotline at 1-877-943-3847 (1-877-WGFD-TIP).
- Online: Submit a report through the Game and Fish Stop Poaching page.
- Text: Send a message to 847-411 (TIP411) using the keyword WGFD.
- Local warden: Contact Greybull Game Warden Daniel Tisi at 307-899-1269.
- Regional office: Call the Cody Game and Fish office at 307-527-7125.
People providing tips can remain anonymous. Information leading to an arrest and conviction may qualify for a cash reward of up to $5,000 through the Wyoming Wildlife Peace Officer Association.
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