Target: Katie Scharf Dykes, Commissioner of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
Goal: Investigate circumstances and weigh potential charges in mother black bear’s shooting and death.
A beloved black bear who called Connecticut home was shot dead, leaving two orphan cubs behind. The bear, named Bobbi by locals, was so well-known in the Newtown region that a social media page dedicated to sightings of her had amassed over a thousand followers. Bobbi’s cubs have been taken to a rehabilitation facility, where they will be nurtured before being reintroduced to the wild in a few months. The circumstances around this mother bear’s shooting, however, remain less clear.
Authorities will only confirm that an off-duty and still-unnamed police officer was potentially involved with the shooting and that the incident took place on private property. Connecticut has strict laws against the killing of black bears, as shootings are typically only permitted in cases of self-defense. Black bear attacks, and especially attacks in this bear-heavy region, appear to be extremely rare.
Since the cubs’ fate is settled, attention should now focus on determining whether or not a crime was committed in this tragedy. Sign the petition below to urge a full and unyielding investigation.
PETITION LETTER:
Dear Commissioner Dykes,
“The tragic and brutal killing of this mother black bear, leaving her orphaned cubs stranded, was preventable and unnecessary.” The director of Connecticut’s Humane Society offered these thoughts in regard to the shooting death of local bear Bobbi. Much of the recent attention regarding this case has centered around the health and care of the cubs left behind. These young animals are now safe, but the trauma of their mother’s passing will likely long remain.
They, and the fallen animal herself, deserve justice. Please stay vigilant in the investigation concerning this tragic incident. If the killing violated any Connecticut statute, recommend full charges that will affirm the importance of wildlife protection within this state.
Sincerely,
[Your Name Here]
Photo Credit: Save Bobbi’s Cubs
There is no excuse for this killing. This police officer is Just another jerk eager to shoot something. Ct needs to bring forward the name of the shooter and what legal action is being taken .. don’t sweep it under the rug like many other events in ct. Local mefua needs to keep this in the headlines
So true, Well said
Opino lo mismo Donald!!!!
What an idiot officer taking the law into their own hands?!? What a loser!!! Justice needs to be done for this innocent mother bear and her cubs!!! What gives this POS the right to do whatever they want because Theo own a gun?! IDIOT!!
Fire him, fine him and throw him in jail now!
It’s unfortunate that an individual with authority would behave and conduct such a violent and irresponsible act. Since it has already been displayed how he reacts with a deadly weapon, this should serve as a red flag to the Ridgefield Police Department of his ability to perform his duties as a police officer in a rational, safe manner when interacting with the public. Unfortunately, the rest of the Department now has to deal with the ramifications caused by one lacking and unprofessional individual.
PROTECT AND SERVE… What about this does this person not understand?? Animals are not things and guns are not toys. Extreme animal abuse involves extreme harm or death. And, that certainly is what happened here. Her life that God has given has been callously taken from her. And, her two cubs are orphans. The public demands justice. That badge obligates him to an higher code of righteous conduct, not an excuse from decency.It is not a free pass for crimes against wildlife, nature, and society. Hold him fully accountable. Conduct a non bias and full investigation. Reveal the relevant info to the public. And if misconduct is the conclusion, take his badge, and prosecute for animal cruelty and any other fitting charge. Impart all maximum penalties. This is an abuse of misplaced trust and power. There is a difference between serving the law and deciding you are a law unto your own corrupt mentality. Fix this. He took a life. It is a big deal.
It makes sense the shooter’s name hasn’t been made public – his law enforcement buddies are keeping him protected. Illegal and senseless so they can’t release the story.
COCKSUCKER TRASHES THE HONORABLE BADGE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT!!! 💪🇺🇸RENEE CARIGLIA
The cruel evil thrill killer needs to suffer the same as he inflicted – with the same outcome. He is menace to animals and humans alike and needs to be removed from society forever – one way or another.. IN MY OPINION
POS, Karma is coming for you, and if the cop is involved let’s hope the Police won’t sweep it under the rug to protect their thin blue line….
Come on!!!! Publish the name of the idiot officer (and I truly do respect officers who are not trigger-happy vigilantes like this idiot!). He needs to be held accountable no matter who he is. If it were a citizen, you better believe we would get the name. God bless all animals – let them live in peace.
This trigger happy evil asshole should be charged with animal cruelty and thrown in jail. These senseless killings of innocent animals must be stopped. Put laws in effect to stop this insane murderer.
No doubt the off-duty police officer will claim self defense as they almost always do to justify killing an animal. Very sad that this well known Mother Bear was killed leaving behind several orphans.
The assholes with the guns that murdered this bear should be shot
This is an EXTREME ENVIRONMENTAL CRIME.
This psychopathic murderer must be found and given MAX JAIL!
NO EXCUSE!!!! FIRE THE SOB!!!! Then return the favor…..
Another CUNT of a police officer. Color me surprised.
The person that did this should be euthanized.
This filthbag,mentally deranged oinker pig cop most definately must have the death penalty implemented and nothing less! A slow and agonsing death for thiws scumbag is essential!! OH YES!!!!!!!
I HATE some humans 😢💔
Justice for Bobbi the black bear n her orphaned cubs❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
TAKE THAT GUN AWAY FROM THAT TOTAL USELESS WASTE OF TOXIC MASCULINITY!