Show Notes
This episode of the Wyoming Wildlife Podcast is about a law enforcement case that was recently wrapped up in the Casper Region. Host Robert Gagliardi talks with West Casper Game Warden Austin Swingholm about a case that involved a hunting guide, the illegal taking of wildlife and fraudulent purchases of big game licenses ... among other things. Find out all about this case here, and also how fast it was able to be resolved.
In this episode, we sit down with Wyoming Game and Fish law enforcement to break down a shocking wildlife crime investigation involving illegal hunting, poaching, fraudulent resident licenses, trespassing, and the illegal taking of big game in Wyoming.
This case follows a hunting guide and two other suspects as game wardens uncover multiple wildlife violations, including poached elk, mule deer, illegal residency claims, party hunting, and other serious game law violations. Austin Swingholm explains how the investigation unfolded, how social media helped piece together the timeline, and how wardens caught the suspects red-handed.
If you’re interested in Wyoming hunting laws, wildlife conservation, poaching cases, Game and Fish investigations, game warden work, and real wildlife law enforcement stories, this episode gives you an inside look at how these cases are solved and why reporting wildlife violations matters.
We also discuss: - Wyoming resident vs non-resident hunting license rules- How poaching cases are investigated - Trespassing and illegal access on private land- Evidence collection in wildlife crimes - Penalties, fines, restitution, and license suspensions- How the public helps Game Wardens solve cases
For more information or to report a wildlife violation, call the Wyoming Wildlife Tip Line: 1-877-WGFD-TIP
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