Michigan man facing jail for killing wolves, bald eagles said he 'likes to do it'

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Kurt Duncan, 56, is facing 125 misdemeanor wildlife charges after a months-long investigation by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

A Michigan man has been charged with more than 100 wildlife crimes after he allegedly killed wolves, bald eagles and other animals because he"likes to do it," authorities said.

Duncan, of Pickford, is accused of illegally killing 18 wolves over 18 months, as well as killing and disposing of three bald eagles. Wolves are protected in Michigan and are on the federal endangered species list. Bald eagles are protected under state law, as well as the federal Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act.

A conservation officer with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources investigates snares that Kurt Johnston Duncan allegedly used to illegally capture animals.Prosecutors in Chippewa County are also seeking $30,000 in restitution to the state for the illegally culled animals. Other animals involved in the charges against Duncan include deer, turkeys, bears and bobcats.

 

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Sad

Jail seems fair

You mean there’s a son of realDonaldTrump in Michigan?! whoknew

What else does he like to kill? Just wondering...

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