Thrill Kills Turn Into Wild Massacre: Eleven People Accused Of Killing Spree Of Wild Animals in Oregon

Eleven people in Oregon have been charged in what have been described as “kind of demented social club” that would kill and even decapitate animals in thrill kills that became a massacre.  The poachers killed bears, deer, and other animals in a disgusting competition of who could rack up the greatest number of kills. Despite the carnage, they only face misdemeanors, albeit over 100 such charges.  Police have already confirmed seven bobcats, four cougars, five bear, 35 deer and one silver gray squirrel among the trophy kills.

 The Seattle Times reported that an investigation was launched after the discovery of multiple animals without their heads.  They set up cameras and spotted a truck and hunters carrying rifles. They later seized photos and videos.

The different treatment under state law is put into sharp relief by the case.  For those facing charges in Washington, felonies can be brought but in Oregon only misdemeanors are allowed.  That itself is as shocking as the killing spree.  Oregon needs to amend its criminal code to deal with such such depraved individuals.

As many on this blog know, I am an avid hiker who loves to share pictures of these animals in the wild. I have never understood trophy hunting or the sheer pleasure of killing the beautiful animals.  There is obviously something missing in your life where your favorite past-time is to compete for the most living things that you can kill, including shooting animals along the road.