Authorities Search for Person Who Shot and Killed Orange County Sea Lion

The Pacific Marine Mammal Center in Orange County found the wounded marine animal with a gunshot to its back.
Authorities Search for Person Who Shot and Killed Orange County Sea Lion
The California sea lion was estimated at about 2 years old when it was found shot in the back at Bolsa Chica State Beach August 7, 2024. Source: NOAA Fisheries
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Federal authorities are offering a reward of up to $20,000 for any information that leads to a civil penalty or criminal conviction for the individual who shot and killed a California sea lion back in August.

In an Oct. 9 statement, the National Marine Fisheries Service, better known as NOAA Fisheries, said its office of law enforcement is seeking any information about the person who shot the animal, along with any other details about the incident that could help with inquiries.