Men Indicted for Killing and Trafficking Protected Eagles

Two men in Montana have been indicted for allegedly killing approximately 3,600 birds, including bald and golden eagles, and selling them on the black market. The men are facing charges of conspiracy, unlawful trafficking of eagles, and violating the Lacey Act. The indictment states that one of the men traveled from Washington to Montana to shoot the birds, while the other served as a shooter and shipper. The bald and golden eagle protection laws prohibit the taking of these birds or their parts without a permit. The accused are expected to appear in court on January 8.