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A game warden determined the eagle died from a gun shot wound. The bird was taken to a veterinary clinic and then to a wildlife forensics laboratory for additional testing.
There are video cameras on a hunting lodge close to where the bird was discovered, but Arkansas Game and Fish would not comment on whether there is video of the bird being shot or anyone firing a shot at the eagle.
Whoever is responsible could face federal charges of up to $100,000 fine and a year in prison.
"We take these things very seriously. Although they are not considered endangered species any more, they are still federally protected by the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and Migratory Bird Treaty Act" said Randy Zellers of Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
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