Jan 9, 2025 - News

Up to $20K offered for tips in Washington wolf slayings

Christine Clarridge

A gray wolf looks over its shoulder while standing in a forested area. — Rewards are being offered for information on the killings of three gray wolves in Washington. Photo: Ron Reznick/VW Pics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Authorities and conservation groups are seeking information on three recent gray wolf killings in Washington, offering up to $20,000 for tips leading to arrests.

Why it matters: Gray wolves are listed as endangered by the state and under the federal Endangered Species Act.

Driving the news: The Center for Biological Diversity this week announced a $10,000 reward for people who provide information in the illegal killings of:

An adult male gray wolf, the last remaining member of the Big Muddy Pack, in late September or early October 2024 in Klickitat County.
An adult female gray wolf in Okanogan County around Oct. 20.
An adult male gray wolf in Klickitat County around Dec. 17.

Separately, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is also offering $10,000 for information leading to arrest and conviction for each case.

All told, five wolves were illegally killed in Washington in the past year and four remain under active investigation, according to Fish and Wildlife.

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