Two bull elks poached in the Black Hills, authorities looking for culprit

Joe Sneve | Argus Leader

Authorities are searching for whoever is responsible for illegally killing two bull elk in Custer County and leaving them lie on the side of the road.

According to a social media page called South Dakota Turns in Poachers, two bull elk were shot sometime between Saturday and Monday north of Highway 16 near Boles Canyon Road.

"It appears both elk were shot from the road," the post read, which also said anyone with information regarding the poaching could be eligible for a reward.

Tips are directed to 1-888-0VERBAG or contact Wildlife Conservation Officer Jeff Edwards directly at 605-381-9995.