Authorities in Vigo County, Indiana, have charged a Maryland man and an Illinois man for illegally hunting after they were caught shooting two whitetail deer from the roadway. The incident occurred on Friday night when an off-duty West Terre Haute officer observed the men loading the deer into their vehicle, prompting immediate intervention by the Indiana DNR Division of Law Enforcement.
The two suspects now face serious charges, including illegal take of a whitetail deer, shooting from a roadway, and criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon. In addition to the arrests, officials seized three firearms as evidence, while the harvested deer were donated to local families in need. This case highlights ongoing concerns about wildlife regulations and safe hunting practices in the area.
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