Ōamaru Police say they are eager to hear from the community to help identify those responsible for the shooting of three endangered sea lions on Saturday.
Sergeant Tony Woodbridge of Waitaki Police says Police were notified by the Department of Conservation (DOC) that sea lions had been shot at the mouth of the Waitaki River.
“Two of the sea lions were deceased and a third wounded sea lion sadly had to be euthanised,” said Sgt Woodbridge.
“Local iwi were notified of the situation.
“Police are working with DOC rangers to investigate the evidence supplied to them,” he said.
If you can help, call Police on 105 quoting event number P063434540 or visit the Ōamaru Police Station.
