Information sought on wasted elk near Nez Perce

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking information on the illegal taking of two cow elk and a calf elk on Friday, Dec. 27.

The incident likely took place around 3 p.m. on the road that runs north of Albers Road (Nez Perce-Clearwater county line) just east of the Gilbert Grade Road (Highway 7).

No attempt was made to recover the elk which were left to waste.

Evidence at the scene indicates that the shooter or shooters fired from the road and did not at any time exit their vehicle.

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game and the remainder of the hunting community would like to hold the individual or individuals who did this responsible for their actions.

Anyone with information on this incident is encouraged to contact officer Dave Beaver at (208) 791-5118; or the Citizens Against Poaching hotline at (208) 632-5999.

Callers may remain anonymous and are eligible to receive a cash reward.

Citizens Against Poaching is offering an enhanced reward of $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible.