5:14 p.m. EDT, June 21, 2011
Someone in Garrett County has shot and killed Maryland's most rare bird, the only known nesting northern goshawk.
Natural Resources Police confirmed the death of the raptor, which is on the state's endangered species list. Without the female to protect and provide for them, the three chicks in the nest died as well.
Forestry and Timber The Maryland Legislative Sportsmen's Foundation is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the shooter. NRP is asking anyone with information about the crime to call the Poacher Hot Line: 1-800-635-6124.
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