Dead bald eagle found in southern part of the county

Someone has shot and killed a bald eagle in southern Winneshiek County.
 
Law enforcement officials say a dead bald eagle was recovered Friday from a road ditch four miles north of the Turkey Valley Community School.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact State Conservation Officer Brian Roffman at 563-380-0496.  Roffman said people also can use the "Turn in Poachers" website at www.iowadnr.gov/tip or can call the hotline at 1-800-532-2020. Information can be left anonymously.
 
Bald eagles are a state and federally protected species.