Deer Injured By Arrows Seen Wandering Shady Cove Area

SHADY COVE, OR — After finding two deer wandering the Shady Cove area with arrows protruding from their neck and head, state fish and wildlife officials have initiated an investigation and seek tips for whomever is responsible for the attempted poaching.

The Oregon Hunter's Association is offering a large cash reward for anyone who provides information about the attempted killing of at least two deer in Jackson County last week.

Central Point Fish and Wildlife troopers and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife began the investigation April 27 after receiving reports that a deer was seen walking around with arrows sticking out of its body.

Responding troopers ultimately located a second deer that had been shot with an arrow as well.

Both deer were reportedly still able to eat as well as walk around, officials said, noting the injuries did not appear to be life-threatening — despite the fact arrows went through the face and lower neck of each animal.

Officials reportedly believe there may even be a third deer with arrow wounds, but those reports have not been confirmed as the deer has not yet been located.

OSP spokesman Sgt. Kaipo Raiser told Patch in an email Monday that neither of the wounded deer have been captured to have the arrows removed, but they are both apparently still alive.

Information shared via the Turn-in-Poachers program could receive up to $2,000 in cash — an increase from the previously offered $500 reward, thanks to a donation from the Oregon Hunter's Association Rogue Valley Chapter.

To submit a tip, call 800-452-7888 for the OHA program or 541-776-6111 for Oregon State Police.

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