Trapping Incident #480

Reported:
18/12/2014
Location:
Schoolcraft State Park, MN - USA
Species:
D
Trap Type:
K
Incident Date:
01/11/2014
Victim's Disposition:
dead
Victim's Name:
Bronco
Legal Action:
No

Result:

Summary:

A 7-year old lab, Bronco, was killed in a 330 Conibear trap while he and his owner were grouse hunting in Schoolcraft State Park. The trap was partially submerged in water, with an intended target of beaver. According to the MN DNR report, the trap was set approx. 50 feet away from the trail.