3 suspects charged in 2023 poaching case

Three people were charged this month in Broadwater County courts following an almost year-long investigation by game wardens into several animals killed in 2023.

The investigation began with a tip to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks from a concerned citizen. During the investigation, FWP game wardens uncovered evidence indicating three elk and three deer were killed unlawfully on public and private land in Broadwater County. This led to three people facing a mix of felony and misdemeanor charges.

All three individuals have made initial appearances in court and pleaded not guilty to the charges....