Authorities in New York apprehend two deer poachers after surveillance footage from a Ring doorbell camera captures them shooting a deer in a residential driveway. The video, recorded in November 2023, played a crucial role in identifying the suspects, as footage revealed their black pickup truck and the illegal act being committed in Lexington, New York.
After a yearlong investigation, officers traced the vehicle to public hunting land, leading to the identification of the poachers, who are New Jersey residents. They later admitted to various hunting violations, including illegally killing the deer and having an untagged deer present at the time of their arrest. The case highlights the ongoing threat of poaching, which not only disrupts wildlife populations but also poses significant risks to biodiversity.
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