On the morning of January 6, 2025, Resource Enforcement Officers from St. John’s Detachment responded to a report of a moose that was potentially shot in the area of Clarke’s Beach/South River. When officers arrived on scene, they found a young cow moose struggling in the water. Upon further investigation, officers found signs of injury to its two front legs and had to dispatch the animal.

Upon examination, officers determined that the moose had been shot in the two front legs, rendering the animal almost immobile.

Resource Enforcement Division is seeking information from the public on this matter. The moose is believed to have been shot around 10:15 a.m. on January 6 in the area of Clarke’s Beach Road, near the part of the pond locally known as “The Motion” (see attached map). The moose was shot out of season and within 1,000 meters of a playground, both of which are illegal under the Wild Life Act.

Anyone with information is asked to call St. John’s Detachment at (709) 729-2348. Individuals may also report suspected illegal activities related to natural resources by calling 1-877-820-0999 anonymously or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.

Anonymous reports can also be submitted online at www.nlcrimestoppers.com or stoppoaching.ca.

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