Game wardens seek Information on Unlawfully Killed Bull Elk West of Roundup
Only head and backstraps removed
BILLINGS – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks game wardens are seeking the public’s help in gathering information on an unlawfully killed bull elk found on private property and left to waste. Only the head and backstraps were removed from the bull and all other meat was wasted.
The bull was killed on private property off of Horsethief Road, approximately 13 miles west of Roundup. The incident likely occurred between Jan. 30 and Feb. 1. Hunting for bull elk in this area has been closed since Dec. 21, 2025, when the Heritage Muzzleloader season ended. Additionally, hunters are prohibited from wasting any part of a game animal that is suitable for food, including the tenderloins, backstraps and all of the four quarters.
FWP is urging anyone who has information about the potential person or persons responsible to report it.
To report information, contact game warden Randy Hutzenbiler at 406-694-2571 or visit tipmont.mt.gov. Those who report information may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.
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