Leads sought in poaching

Idaho Fish and Game officials are seeking the public's help in tracking down leads in a poaching case near Arrowrock Reservoir.

The antlers from a bull elk officials believe was poached just east of State Highway 21 were recovered along the Spring Shores Road north of Boise.

A Fish and Game news release last month regarding the poaching incident prompted an antler shed hunter to come forward with antlers he salvaged from the dead bull. The shed hunter is not considered a suspect in the poaching case.

Based on the hunter's information, conservation officer Ben Cadwallader was able to determine the bull was poached sometime between Feb. 10 and 13. Cadwallader green scored the antlers at somewhere between 310 and 330 points, making the animal a trophy by Idaho law.

Citizens Against Poaching is offering a reward for information in the case, and callers can remain anonymous. People may submit tips by calling 1-800-632-5999.

In addition, those with information regarding this case may call the Fish and Game office in Nampa at 465-8465 weekdays and Idaho State Police at 846-7550 on weekends.