Ashen McArthur, a Clinton County resident, is arrested for allegedly shooting 13 deer from his vehicle using a .22 caliber rifle and a spotlight. The incident was reported on October 24, 2025, prompting a joint investigation by local law enforcement and the Illinois Conservation Police, who executed search warrants at multiple locations in the area.
This method of hunting, which includes using artificial light to blind deer, is classified as poaching and is illegal in Illinois. McArthur now faces multiple conservation violations and criminal charges as the law enforcement agencies continue to address wildlife protection in the region. Community members assisted in the investigation, underscoring the importance of public vigilance in conserving local wildlife.
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